ADMS 3422 Lecture 8: CH8 PPT book notes
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At the end of this chapter, you will be able to discuss: The role of the collective agreement in unionized workplaces. The common layout of a collective agreement. The types of clauses typically found in collective agreements. Management and labour preferences for wording of collective agreement clauses. The importance and meaning of collective agreement language. Between the parties, usually placed at the end of an agreement and describing a specific practice they have agreed to follow. Equity clause specifies which groups are covered. Same-sex partners receiving the same benefits as opposite-sex partners. Pay is protected at level higher than the normal rate of current. May not normally be part of job. A warning process designed to improve employee performance or behaviour. Senior employees pass on their layoff to more junior employees. Union representatives in office have highest seniority in bargaining unit. Pay special attention to words such as will, shall, and must provide no flexibility to either party.