SOC227H5 Chapter Notes - Chapter 11: Union Democracy, Collective Agreement, Collegehumor
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System of job regulation core of worker-management relations (mainstream) Rules and regulations are assumed to inject stability into employment relations by tilting the balance of power slightly away from management and toward workers. *work = power relationship in which conflict is always a possibility and unions are frequently involved. Collective bargaining process by which union and employer reach a negotiated agreement (collective agreement) Operate with some degree of fairness and equity for workers. Zero-sum game: one side can gain something only if the other gives up something. Mutual gains bargaining: win-win situation both workers and management benefit. Unions are capable only of reform, not revolution. Channel the frustrations and complaints of workers into a carefully regulated dispute-resolution system. Solutions are sought through collective bargaining or. Maintain capitalism power imbalances favouring owners grievance procedures and managers. Responsive and accountable to members translate their wishes into tangible collective bargaining goals. Leaders develop expert knowledge gives them power.
