HROB 2100 Chapter Notes - Chapter 16: Secret Ballot, Bargaining Unit
23 Apr 2016
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Ongoing interactions between labour unions and management. A formal agreement regarding terms and conditions for unemployment. Group of employees recognized for collective bargaining purposes. Purpose of canada"s labour laws: to provide a common set of rules for fair negotiations, to protect public interest by preventing impact of labour disputes. Demographics- aging workforce bringing management and unions together. Unionization of white collar employees- lower job security and increased grievances. Dissonance based reasons- (unpleasant work environment, low pay) Political/ideological reasons- (desire to work for collective vs. Step 2: union organizing campaign: employee/union contact. Initial organization meeting: formation of in house organizing committee, organizing campaigns, outcome. Assemble employees to state position if: o o. Ways to obtain recognition: voluntary recognition by employer, regular certification by lrb, pre-hearing votes. Make plans for possible strike or lockout. As often as either or both parties desire. One party gains at the others expense. Submitted for final approval by employees and management.
