The most common way to obtain union recognition for collective bargaining purposes is for the employer simply agreeing to voluntarily recognize it. When a union applies to an employer for organizational rights, the parties must meet to try to reach a collective agreement. If these meetings do not result in an agreement, the union is required to refer the dispute to the CCMA for conciliation. It is therefore essential for employers to be able to assess from the outset whether the trade union concerned is sufficiently representative or not. Because if the answer is «yes», there is no point in refusing recognition. The purpose of a recognition agreement is to allow the employer to strictly control the activities of the union and delegates. .