Together, we negotiate to maintain or improve:.
Pension for the life of the contract.
Without a union contract, management can change these things without negotiating with you. .
STAFFING STAFFING .
Together, we negotiate contractual provisions that will regulate:.
1. Overtime-both mandatory and voluntary processes.
2. Layoffs or low census by seniority, not by favoritism.
3. Scheduling.
Without a contract, management has broad discretion in all these important areas. The result: favoritism instead of fairness. .
DISCIPLINE DISCIPLINE .
Together, we negotiate contractual provisions to require:.
1. Just Cause - valid reasons for discipline.
2. Progressive Discipline.
3. Consistent Standards.
4. Grievance Procedure with binding arbitration.
Without a union contract, management can treat you as "at-will" employees:.
1. Fire you with or without reason.
2. Favoritism (romance, etc.).
3. No recourse (no grievance procedure).
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Health and Safety.
Together, we can negotiate means to enforce your rights to a safe and secure working environment. Health and safety committees for example.
Health and Safety.
Without a union, management has a broad discretion in health and safety matters, and are not required to consult you.
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Job Security.
Together, you have the right under the law to bargain collectively for wages, hours, terms and conditions of employment. Your combined numbers and strength can help you make changes more effectively.
Job Security.
Without a union contract, management can treat you as at-will employees with no rights, no protection, and no guarantees.
