ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement. 8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management. 8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours. (a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out. (b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee. 8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement. 8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire 26.01 Any complaint, disagreement or difference of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held opinion between the Company Employer and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each campUnion, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving Agreement, which concerns the interpretation, application, administration operation or alleged violation of any of the terms and provisions of this Agreement, shall be considered as a grievance.
8.04 Grievances 26.02 Where the Union requires information regarding a grievance dealing with hours of work, pay and/or seniority, the Employer shall promptly supply such information in writing to the Union within seven (7) calendar days from the date of a written request.
26.03 Any employee, the Union or the Employer may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fourteen (14) calendar days following the event giving rise to such grievance shall be forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party.
26.04 Any employee who feels that there has been a violation of the collective agreement should first raise the matter informally with his or her shop xxxxxxx or immediate supervisor. If the matter is not resolved, then the employee may file a grievance in writing.
26.05 The procedure for adjustment of grievances shall be as defined above follows: Step 1 By a discussion between the employee and the Shop Xxxxxxx and/or Union Representative with the Manager or his or her designated appointee. The Manager or their designated appointee shall reply to the grievance in writing, to the Union, within five (5) calendar days. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, the Union Representative and/or employee may proceed to Step 2. Step 2 The Union Representative or Representatives may take the matter up with the Employer official designated by the Employer to handle Labour Relations matters. If the matter is not taken up within ten (10) calendar days of the date the Union received the written reply to the grievance in Step 1, it shall be deemed to have been abandoned and further recourse to the Grievance Procedure shall be forfeited.
26.06 If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached, then upon request of either party within fourteen (14) calendar days of receiving the final written decision from either party but not thereafter, the matter may then be referred to an Arbitrator selected in accordance with Article 28 or the grievance shall be deemed to have been abandoned.
26.07 The Employer and the Union agree that at any time prior to the hearing date for an arbitration they may voluntarily agree to use a mutually acceptable mediator in their attempts to resolve the grievance. It is expressly understood and agreed between the parties that any such mediator has no authority or powers under the terms of the Collective Agreement to impose or require the parties to accept their suggested settlement to the matter in dispute. All expenses and fees that may be taken incurred by such mediator shall be borne equally by the employeeEmployer and the Union. Unless otherwise mutually agreed by the Employer and the Union, this procedure may only be used in situations here grievance mediation services are not available through provincial legislation.
26.08 It is understood and agreed by the Union Xxxxxxx or and the Employer that the time limits specified in the various steps of the above grievance procedure may only be extended by mutual agreement between the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to and the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Employer.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no 29.01 A grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of mean a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving complaint concerning the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Collective Agreement, or in the case of a non-probationary employee, a complaint that s/he has been discharged without just cause.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by 29.02 Where the employeeUnion requires information regarding a grievance dealing with hours of work and/or seniority, the Employer shall supply such information in writing to the Union within ten (10) calendar days from the date of the request. The parties agree that the purpose of the grievance procedure is to provide a method for the resolution of grievances between the parties. Where practicable, the parties will share information - relevant to a grievance - in the interest of resolving disputes. It is understood and agreed by the Union Xxxxxxx and the Employer that the time limits specified in the various steps of the above grievance procedure may only be extended by mutual agreement between the Union and the Employer.
29.03 Any employee, the Union or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly Employer may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fifteen (15) working days of the event giving rise to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The such grievance shall be presented without undue delayforfeited and waived by the aggrieved party. Any grievance For the purpose of this article, it is agreed that working days shall be interpreted to mean Monday through Friday, which are regular office days, less any days the office may be closed.
29.04 All grievances must be submitted in writing.
29.05 The procedure for adjustment of grievances shall be as follows:
Step 1 By a discussion between the employee and the Shop Xxxxxxx and/or Union Representative with the employee’s immediate supervisor or his or her designated appointee. The immediate supervisor or his or her designated appointee shall reply to the xxxxxxxgrievance in writing, to the Union, within five (5) calendar days. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, the Union Representative and/or employee may proceed to Step 2. The Union Representative or Representatives may take the matter up with the Employer official designated by the Employer to handle Labour Relations matters. If the matter is not taken up within ten (10) calendar days of the date the Union received the written reply to the grievance in Step 1, it shall be deemed to have been abandoned and further recourse to the Grievance Procedure shall be forfeited.
29.06 If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached, then upon request of either party within fourteen (14) calendar days of receiving the final written decision from either party but not thereafter, the matter may then be referred to an Arbitrator selected in accordance with this procedure, Article 30 - Arbitration.
29.07 Only grievances which have been processed in writing, will accordance with the procedure(s) outlined herein may be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,referred to arbitration.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire 29.01 Any complaint, disagreement or difference of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held opinion between the Company Employer and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each campUnion, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving Agreement, which concerns the interpretation, application, administration operation or alleged violation of any of the terms and provisions of this Agreement, shall be considered as a grievance.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken 29.02 Employees, accompanied by a Shop Xxxxxxx if they so choose, are encouraged by the Employer and the Union to first discuss their complaint with their Manager in an attempt to resolve the dispute.
29.03 Where the Union requires relevant information regarding a grievance with respect to hours of work and/or seniority, the Employer shall supply such information in writing to the Union within fourteen (14) calendar days from the date of the request. If this cannot be done within fourteen (14) calendar days or if the Employer disputes that the information requested is relevant, it will write to the Union advising of that and provide an estimate of the time as to when it will be available and/or an explanation of why the information is not considered relevant.
29.04 Any employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly Employer may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fourteen (14) calendar days following the event giving rise to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The such grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of forfeited and waived by the xxxxxxx aggrieved party. Employer Grievances and Union Grievances shall be processed commencing at Step 2 of the Grievance Procedure.
29.05 All grievances must be submitted in writing. Where The written grievance shall set forth the nature of the grievance, the article or articles of the Collective Agreement allegedly violated, and the remedy or correction required.
29.06 The procedure for adjustment of grievances shall be as follows:
STEP 1: The written grievance shall be submitted by the full- time Union Representative (or designate) to the Director of Human Resources (or designate). Either party may request a meeting to discuss the grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafterif considered necessary. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight The Director of Human Resources shall have ten (4810) hours, then,calendar days to respond to the grievance from the date of receipt or ten
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire 26.01 Any complaint, disagreement or difference of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held opinion between the Company Employer and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each campUnion, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving Agreement, which concerns the interpretation, application, administration operation or alleged violation of any of the terms and provisions of this Agreement, shall be considered as a grievance.
8.04 Grievances as defined above 26.02 Any employee, the Union or the Employer may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fifteen (15) working days following the event giving rise to such grievance shall be taken forfeited and waived by the employee, by aggrieved party.
26.03 All grievances must be submitted in writing.
26.04 The procedure for adjustment of grievances shall be as follows:
STEP 1: By a discussion between the employee and the Shop Xxxxxxx and/or Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to Representative with the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hoursor their designated appointee. The immediate supervisor or their designated appointee shall reply to the grievance in writing, to the Union, within five (5) calendar days. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, the Union Representative and/or employee may proceed to Step 2. STEP 2: The Union Representative or Representatives may take the matter up with the Employer official designated by the Employer to handle Labour Relations matters. If the matter is not taken up within ten (10) calendar days of the date the Union received the written reply to the grievance in Step 1, it shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted deemed to have been abandoned and further recourse to the xxxxxxxGrievance Procedure shall be forfeited.
26.05 If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached, then upon request of either party within fourteen (14) calendar days of receiving the final written decision from either party but not thereafter, the matter may then be referred to an Arbitrator selected in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of Article 26.
26.06 It is understood and agreed by the xxxxxxx Union and the Employer that the time limits specified in writingthe various steps of the above grievance procedure may only be extended by mutual agreement between the Union and the Employer.
26.07 The Employer and the Union agree that at any time prior to the hearing date for an arbitration they may voluntarily agree to use a mutually acceptable mediator in their attempts to resolve the grievance. Where a It is expressly understood and agreed between the parties that any such mediator has no authority or powers under the terms of the Collective Agreement to impose or require the parties to accept their suggested settlement to the matter in dispute. All expenses and fees that may be incurred by such mediator shall be borne equally by the Employer and the Union. Unless otherwise mutually agreed to between the Employer and the Union, this procedure may only be used in situations where grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,mediation services are not available through provincial legislation.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is 10.01 The Company and the mutual desire of the parties hereto Union agree that complaints of employees grievances shall be adjusted as quickly as possiblepossible in the manner set out herein and without suspension, interruption or disruption of the normal operations of the Company.
10.02 A "grievance" shall mean a dispute concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the provisions of this Agreement. To this end it The Company, the Union or an employee may present a grievance.
10.03 All employees have the right to express to management any complaint they may have concerning any matter related to their work or general welfare.
10.04 No employee shall have a grievance until he/she, or a Shop Xxxxxxx or a Union Representative on his behalf, has first given his/her immediate supervisor the opportunity to settle the complaint.
10.05 If such informal discussion does not result in a satisfactory adjustment of the employee's complaint, an xxxxxxx effort shall be made to settle the grievance in the following manner:
STEP 1 The grievance shall be submitted in writing to the Human Resource Manager or his designate within fifteen (15) working days immediately following the event or circumstance giving rise to the grievance. Any grievance which is agreed that periodic meetings will not presented within fifteen (15) working days shall be held forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party. The Human Resource Manager or his/her designate shall reply to the grievance in writing within five (5) working days of receipt of the written grievance. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, or if the Human Resource Manager or his/her designate has failed to reply in writing within the five (5) working days, then the employee, the Shop Xxxxxxx or the Union Representative may proceed to Step 2.
STEP 2 Failing satisfactory settlement at Step 1, the employee shall meet with the Human Resource Manager or his/her designate, together with a Shop Xxxxxxx and/or Union Representative, to discuss the grievance within the next ten (10) working days. The Human Resource Manager or his/her designate shall render his/her decision in writing within five (5) working days after the meeting. If the matter is not resolved at Step 2, or if the Human Resource Manager or his/her designate has failed to reply in writing within the five (5) working days, then the employee, the Shop Xxxxxxx or the Union Representative may proceed to Step 3.
STEP 3 Failing satisfactory settlement at Step 2, either the Company or the Union may submit the grievance to arbitration in accordance with the provisions of Article 11.
10.06 A grievance arising directly between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving concerning the interpretation, application, administration application or alleged violation of any of this Agreement shall be initiated by either the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx Company or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly at Step 1 of the grievance procedure within fourteen (14) calendar days after the event or circumstance giving rise to such policy grievance. If not so presented the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of forfeited and waived by the xxxxxxx aggrieved party. The nature of the grievance, the article or articles of this Agreement alleged to have been violated and the remedies sought shall all be clearly set out in writing. Where the written grievance.
10.07 The parties agree that this Article 10 does not apply in the event of the discipline or discharge of a grievance has been submitted probationary employee as referred to in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Article 6.01.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration 8:01 The purpose of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It article is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange establish a procedure for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, discussion and prompt settlement of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving grievances concerning the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances 8:02 The Union may select a Union Grievance Committee composed of the Chief Xxxxxxx and Shop Stewards as defined above deemed appropriate for regular Bargaining Unit employees. The Union shall advise the Corporation, in writing, of the names of those selected and of any changes that may occur. Not more than two (2) Shop Stewards may act on the Union Grievance Committee at Step 1 and Step 2 of the grievance procedure.
8:03 Complaints of employees must first be taken by the employeeemployees, accompanied by a Shop Xxxxxxx if they so desire, to their immediate Supervisor for settlement within five (5) days immediately following the Union Xxxxxxx occurrence or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly event giving rise to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside complaint. Should the occurrence or event occur while the employees are absent on vacation or approved leave of working hoursabsence, they will be permitted ten (10) days from the date of return to work to present a grievance. The If the complaint is not satisfactorily settled within five (5) days after being submitted, the matter may become a grievance shall and be referred to Step 1 of the grievance procedure.
8:04 STEP 1 - At this step, the complaint becomes a grievance and is to be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedureSection Head or designate, in writing, will be disposed of within five (5) days on the appropriate grievance forms supplied by the xxxxxxx in writingCorporation stating the specific Article of this Agreement said to be violated, signed by the aggrieved employee and a Shop Xxxxxxx. Where The Section Head or designate will meet with the employee and Shop Xxxxxxx and will make a grievance has been submitted reply, in writing, it within four (4) days. If a satisfactory settlement is not reached, the matter may be taken up at Step 2.
8:05 STEP 2 - At this step, the grievance shall be presented, in writing, on appropriate grievance forms supplied by the Corporation, to the Labour Relations Representative or designate within four (4) days following receipt of the Section Head’s decision. The Labour Relations Representative, or designate will meet with the employee and Shop Xxxxxxx and will make a reply, in writing, within ten (10) days. A representative of the International Union may attend the meeting and either party may present witnesses to be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafterheard. Failing If a satisfactory adjustment is not made, the matter may be referred to arbitration within forty-eight (48) hoursthe time limits established in Article 9. If no appeal is made following the decision at Step 2, then,the matter will be considered settled.
8:06 The grievance procedure may be utilized by the Union in processing a grievance which is not an individual or group grievance and which alleges a violation of this Agreement. Such a grievance may be introduced at Step 2 of the grievance procedure. In processing such a grievance, the Corporation and the Union shall observe the specified time limits in appealing and answering.
8:07 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays recognized herein shall not be included when determining the time within which any action is to be taken under Articles 8, 9, and
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration 8:01 The purpose of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It article is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange establish a procedure for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, discussion and prompt settlement of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving grievances concerning the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances 8:02 The Union may select a Union Grievance Committee composed of the Chief Xxxxxxx and Shop Stewards as defined above deemed appropriate for regular Bargaining Unit employees. The Union shall advise the Corporation, in writing, of the names of those selected and of any changes that may occur. Not more than two (2) Shop Stewards may act on the Union Grievance Committee at Step 1 and Step 2 of the grievance procedure.
8:03 Complaints of employees must first be taken by the employeeemployees, accompanied by a Shop Xxxxxxx if they so desire, to their immediate Supervisor for settlement within five (5) days immediately following the Union Xxxxxxx occurrence or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly event giving rise to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside complaint. Should the occurrence or event occur while the employees are absent on vacation or approved leave of working hoursabsence, they will be permitted ten (10) days from the date of return to work to present a grievance. The If the complaint is not satisfactorily settled within five (5) days after being submitted, the matter may become a grievance shall and be referred to Step 1 of the grievance procedure.
8:04 STEP 1 - At this step, the complaint becomes a grievance and is to be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedureSection Head or designate, in writing, will be disposed of within five (5) days on the appropriate grievance forms supplied by the xxxxxxx in writingCorporation stating the specific Article of this Agreement said to be violated, signed by the aggrieved employee and a Shop Xxxxxxx. Where The Section Head or designate will meet with the employee and Shop Xxxxxxx and will make a grievance has been submitted reply, in writing, it within four (4) days. If a satisfactory settlement is not reached, the matter may be taken up at Step 2.
8:05 STEP 2 - At this step, the grievance shall be presented, in writing, on appropriate grievance forms supplied by the Corporation, to the Labour Relations Representative or designate, within four (4) days following receipt of the Section Head’s decision. The Labour Relations Representative or designate, will meet with the employee and Shop Xxxxxxx and will make a reply, in writing, within ten (10) days. A representative of the International Union may attend the meeting and either party may present witnesses to be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafterheard. Failing If a satisfactory adjustment is not made, the matter may be referred to arbitration within forty-eight (48) hours, then,the time limits established in Article
Appears in 3 contracts
Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire 24.01 Any complaint, disagreement or difference of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held opinion between the Company Employer and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the Agreement, which concerns the interpretation, application, administration operation or alleged violation of any of the terms and provisions of this Agreement, shall be considered as a grievance.
8.04 Grievances 24.02 Any employee, the Union or the Employer may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fifteen (15) calendar days following the event giving rise to such grievance, or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the time the circumstances upon which the grievance is based were known, or should have been known, to the grievor, shall be forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party.
24.03 All grievances except those submitted by the employee to their immediate superior shall be submitted in writing and shall clearly set forth the issues and contentions of the aggrieved party. The Employer shall then reply in writing to the grievance within seven (7) calendar days. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, the Union Representative and/or employee may proceed to Step 2.
24.04 The procedure for adjustment of grievances and disputes shall be as defined above may be taken by follows: STEP ONE: By a discussion between the employee, Shop Xxxxxxx and/or the Union Representative and the employee's Manager or their designate. The employee's Manager or their designate shall reply to the grievance in writing, to the Union, within five (5) calendar days. If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached within five (5) calendar days, the Union Representative, shop xxxxxxx and/or employee may proceed to step 2.
24.05 In the event that a Shop Xxxxxxx is not available to participate in the Step One meeting, the Step One meeting or discussion may, be conducted and the employee will be afforded the opportunity of having the Union Representative or any other employee of the bargaining unit at the same location present of the employee’s choosing, during the employee's shift at the Step One meeting.
24.06 If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached, then upon request of either party within fourteen (14) calendar days of receiving the final written decision from either party but not thereafter, the matter may then be referred to an Arbitrator selected in accordance with Article 25.
24.07 It is understood and agreed by the Union Xxxxxxx or and the Employer that the time limits specified in the various steps of the above grievance procedure may only be extended by mutual agreement between the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to and the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Employer.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire 25.01 Any complaint, disagreement or difference of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held opinion between the Company Employer and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the Agreement, which concerns the interpretation, application, administration operation or alleged violation of any of the terms and provisions of this Agreement, shall be considered as a grievance.
8.04 Grievances as defined above 25.02 Any employee, the Union or the Employer may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fifteen (15) calendar days following the event giving rise to such grievance, or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the time the circumstances upon which the grievance is based were known, or should have been known, to the grievor, shall be taken forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party.
25.03 All grievances except those submitted by the employee to their immediate superior shall be submitted in writing and shall clearly set forth the issues and contentions of the aggrieved party. The Employer shall then reply in writing to the grievance within seven (7) calendar days. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, the Union Representative and/or employee may proceed to Step 2.
25.04 The procedure for adjustment of grievances and disputes shall be as follows:
25.05 In the event that a Shop Xxxxxxx is not available to participate in the Step One meeting, the Step One meeting or discussion may, be conducted and the employee will be afforded the opportunity of having the Union Representative or any other employee of the bargaining unit at the same location present of the employee’s choosing, during the employee's shift at the Step One meeting.
25.06 If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached, then upon request of either party within fourteen (14) calendar days of receiving the final written decision from either party but not thereafter, the matter may then be referred to an Arbitrator selected in accordance with Article 26.
25.07 It is understood and agreed by the Union Xxxxxxx or and the Employer that the time limits specified in the various steps of the above grievance procedure may only be extended by mutual agreement between the Union representative having jurisdiction directly and the Employer.
25.08 The Employer and the Union agree that at any time prior to the employee's immediate supervisor hearing date for adjustment outside an Arbitration they may voluntarily agree to use a mutually acceptable Mediator in their attempts to resolve the grievance. It is expressly understood and agreed between the parties that any such Mediator has no authority or powers under the terms of working hoursthe Collective Agreement to impose or require the parties to accept their suggested settlement to the matter in dispute. The grievance All expenses and fees that may be incurred by such Mediator shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of borne equally by the xxxxxxx Employer and the Union. Unless otherwise mutually agreed to between the Employer and the Union, this procedure may only be used in writing. Where a situations where grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,mediation services are not available through provincial legislation.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 Section 25.1 In the event any differences shall arise during the term of this Agreement between the employer and any employee or employees hereunder, or between the employer and the Union, then such differences shall be settled in the following manner:
Step 1: An employee or employees (apreferably assisted by the xxxxxxx) It shall first present the matter in dispute to the appropriate employer/supervisor involved within ten (10) working days of the date of the occurrence of the matter which is the mutual desire subject of the parties hereto that complaints dispute or within ten (10) working days when the employee first becomes aware of employees the occurrence of the matter which is the subject of the dispute. In the event the dispute is not settled in this manner, it shall be adjusted as quickly as possiblereduced to writing and presented to the management representative immediately supervising the employee by the Union xxxxxxx. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings This written notice shall contain a statement of the alleged violation. The employer’s answer will be held between given in writing to the Company local Union xxxxxxx and the employee involved within ten (10) working days after the receipt of the Union’s written notice.
Step 2: In the event the reply given under Step 1 above is not satisfactory, the matter shall be presented to the appropriate employer representative by a business representative, or his appointed representative, of the local Union within ten (10) working days of the employer’s reply. They shall meet within a reasonable period of time in an attempt to resolve the grievance. The appropriate employer representative shall furnish the business manager of the Union an answer in writing within ten (10) working days after such meeting.
Step 3: Where differences are not satisfactorily adjusted under Step 1 or Step 2 above, the Union may request a meeting with the Chairman of the Board and/or his appointed representative. Such request for a hearing shall be made in writing within ten (10) working days after the answer given under Step 2 above. The Chairman of the County Board and/or his appointed representative shall meet with the business manager within a reasonable period of time in an attempt to resolve the grievance. The County will furnish the business manager with its final position in writing within ten days after this meeting.
Section 25.2 In case the difference is of an emergency nature, the employer and the Union agree to discuss make every attempt to resolve the interpretation and administration of this Agreementdifferences with the speed warranted by the circumstances without reference to the time limits set forth in Section 25.1 above.
8.01 a) If the Union fails to meet the time limitations as set forth above, the County may notify the union business representative in writing that the Union has failed to comply with such provision and the automatic forfeiture provisions contained in this section will be invoked. If the Union then fails to properly process the grievance within three (3) days of receipt of the written notice, the grievance will be automatically null and void.
b) If the employer fails to meet the time limitations as set forth above, the Union may notify the Chairman of the County Board in writing that the employer has failed to comply with such provision and the automatic forfeiture provisions contained in this section will be invoked. If the employer then fails to properly process the grievance within three (3) days of receipt of the written notice, the grievance will be automatically sustained.
c) Grievances which are sustained or voided under this section shall have no precedential effect.
Section 25.4 The parties to the Agreement may mutually agree to extend the time limits set forth in Section 25.1 for specific reasons.
Section 25.5 It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions all terms of this Agreement is defined to shall be any differences between considered in the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation handling of any of the provisions of this Agreementgrievance.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employeeSection 25.6 The employer agrees, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxxhowever, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where that after a grievance has been submitted placed in writingthe hands of a Union representative, it will be and the Union representative has dealt with an employer representative with relation thereto, no employer representative will discuss the matter with the employee or employees involved without first notifying the Union representative originating the negotiations.
Section 25.7 Any individual employee or group of employees may present grievances to the employer and may have such grievances adjusted with the employer without intervention of the Union, as long as such adjustment is not inconsistent with the terms of this Agreement. The employer shall notify the Union about all such presentations, and the Union shall be given a reasonable opportunity to be present at such adjustment.
Section 25.8 To the extent reasonably required, but subject to rules and regulations of the State Labor Relations Board and such legislation as may apply, the employer agrees to permit Union stewards to confer with the employer’s representatives during working hours without loss of pay. In complying with the grievance procedure as outlined in writing Section 25.1, the employee(s) or xxxxxxx will present the disputed matter to the appropriate employer representative at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Step 1 and Step 2 as outlined below:
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election of a Xxxxxxx and committee from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a membership. The Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx employer, in writing writing, as to the names name of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected committee, and the xxxxxxx employer will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(ba) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreementagreement.
8.04 (b) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees are adjusted as quickly as possible.
(c) Any written notice of disciplinary action given to an employee shall be removed from the employee’s record after a period of one (1) year from the date of issue.
8.03 It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until he has given his supervisor an opportunity to adjust his complaint. This will be done during normal working hours. Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction Representative directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of during working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, supervisor in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hourshours then, The matter shall be taken up by the grievance committee and/or a union representative with management within five (5) days. Failing a satisfactory adjustment, then,, The matter shall be taken up by the Officers of the Local Union and/or their representatives with senior management within fifteen days. Failing settlement, then, Either party may within the following fifteen (15) days, refer the matter to arbitration or as an alternative, if both parties agree, the matter may be resolved through binding mediation
8.04 Each party to this agreement shall pay all expenses of the member of the arbitration board selected by it and shall equally share in the fees and expenses of the third member of the board. In the event the parties agree to proceed to mediation as an alternative to arbitration the parties agree to mutually select and share equally in the fees and expenses of the mediation.
8.05 Nothing herein shall prevent the parties from mutually agreeing to a sole arbitrator.
8.06 A grievance arising from a claim by an employee that his discharge or suspension was unjust or contrary to the terms of this Agreement must be dealt with in writing by both parties and presented to the Company not later than ten (10) days after the suspension or discharge. Where such grievance is not processed in Stage One before the employee leaves the worksite, it must be processed starting at Stage Two of the grievance procedure.
8.07 If the Company has a grievance it shall commence at Stage II of this grievance procedure by being presented in writing to an Officer of the Union. Failing a satisfactory settlement within five (5) days, it shall be presented to the President of the Union or his representative, who shall reply within fifteen (15) days. Failing a satisfactory settlement, the matter may be referred to Arbitration.
8.08 Saturdays, Sundays, Statutory and legal Holidays shall not be included in any time limits in this Article of the Agreement.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 28.01 Any complaint arising out of the interpretation, application, administration, employee discipline or alleged violation of the terms and provisions of this Agreement, shall be considered as a grievance.
28.02 Where the Union requires information regarding a grievance dealing with hours of work and/or seniority, the Employer shall promptly supply such information in writing to the Union within ten (a10) calendar days from the date of the request.
28.03 Any employee, the Union or the Employer may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fifteen (15) calendar days following the event giving rise to such grievance shall be forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party.
28.04 All grievances must be submitted in writing by the union representative.
28.05 The procedure for adjustment of grievances shall be as follows:
STEP 1: By a discussion between the employee and the Shop Xxxxxxx and/or Union Representative with the employee’s immediate manager. The Manager or their designated appointee shall reply to the grievance in writing, to the Union, within five (5) working days. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, the Union Representative and/or employee may proceed to Step 2. STEP 2: The Union Representative or Representatives may take the matter up with the General Manager or Designate. If the matter is not taken
28.06 If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached, then upon request of either party within ten (10) working days of receiving the final written decision from either party but not thereafter, the matter may then be referred to an Arbitrator selected in accordance with Article 29.
28.07 The Employer and the Union agree that at any time prior to the hearing date for an arbitration they may voluntarily agree to use a mutually acceptable mediator in their attempts to resolve the grievance. It is expressly understood and agreed between the parties that any such mediator has no authority or powers under the terms of the Collective Agreement to impose or require the parties to accept their suggested settlement to the matter in dispute. All expenses and fees that may be incurred by such mediator shall be borne equally by the Employer and the Union. Unless otherwise mutually agreed to between the Employer and the Union, this procedure may only be used in situations where grievance mediation services are not available through provincial legislation.
28.08 It is understood and agreed by the Union and the Employer that the time limits specified in the various steps of the above grievance procedure may only be extended by mutual agreement between the Union and the Employer.
28.09 It is the mutual desire intention of the parties hereto that complaints this Article shall provide a peaceful method of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each campadjusting all grievances, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed so that there shall be no discrimination exercised suspension or interruption of normal operations, as a result of any grievances. The parties shall act in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under good faith in proceeding to adjust grievances in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this AgreementArticle.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Any difference concerning the mutual desire interpretation, application or operation of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration Agreement or any grievance concerning any alleged violation of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance , or any difference or grievance, shall be processed which usurps finally and conclusively settled without stoppage of work in the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.following manner:
(a) The Union Such difference or grievance shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, first be taken up with the Union Grievance Committee in and the camp will notify Union may take the xxxxxxx grievance up in writing as to with the names Fire Chief or his representative, together with the Manager of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt Human Resources within fourteen (14) calendar days of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx difference or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outgrievance first arising.
(b) It If such difference or grievance is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards not settled within seven (7) calendar days of having been referred to the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A Fire Chief and Manager of Human Resources, the grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxxAdministrator within seven (7) calendar days of the decision by the Fire Chief and Manager of Human Resources.
(c) The Administrator will attempt to effect a settlement of the grievance within twenty‐one (21) calendar days from its receipt. If the grievance is not resolved, it may be submitted by either party to a Board of Arbitration of three (3) persons, one of whom shall be appointed by the City and one by the Union. Such appointments shall be made within fourteen (14) calendar days of the decision of the Administrator. The third member shall be appointed within ten (10) calendar days by the two (2) members so appointed, and shall be Chairman. Should the members appointed by the parties fail to agree on a Chairman within the said ten (10) calendar days, the said Chairman shall be appointed by the Minister of Labour of the Province of British Columbia. (The provisions of the Labour Relations Code shall govern such decision of the Board.) The majority decision of the Board shall be final and binding on both parties and each party shall bear the expenses of their arbitrator and pay half the expenses of the Chairman. As an alternative to the three‐member Board of Arbitration, both parties may mutually select a single Arbitrator to effect a settlement of a grievance arising under this section. Each party shall share the expense of the single arbitrator in accordance with this procedureequal amounts.
(d) Wherever a stipulated time is mentioned herein, the said time may be extended by mutual consent of the parties in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their his Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance CommitteeCommittee men.
(c) Any notice of disciplinary action shall be given in writing to the employee with a copy to the Union and all such notices shall be removed from the employee's record after a period of (24) consecutive months from the date of issue. The time frame will be added by any voluntary lay off exceeding three consecutive months, during the 24 month period.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxxFront Line Supervisor, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx Front Line Supervisor in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight five (485) hoursdays, then, STAGE 2 - The matter shall be taken up by the Union Grievance Committee and/or Union Representative with the Operations Superintendent or their designate within five (5) days, in writing, on forms to be supplied by the Union. The Operations Superintendent or their designate shall make a reply in writing within a further five (5) days. Failing a satisfactory adjustment, then,
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is 16.01 Any complaint, disagreement or difference of opinion between the mutual desire Employer and the Union, or the employees covered by this Agreement, which concerns the interpretation, application, operation or alleged violation of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company terms and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration provisions of this Agreement, shall be considered as a grievance.
8.01 16.02 Where the Union requires information regarding a grievance dealing with hours of work and/or seniority, the Employer agrees to promptly supply such information in writing to the Union within ten (b10) calendar days from the date of the request.
16.03 Any employee, the Union or the Employer may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fifteen (15) working days following the event giving rise to such grievance, shall be forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party. It is agreed that no grievance more than five (5) working days shall be processed which usurps the rights of Managementcounted during each calendar week.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that 16.04 All grievances must be submitted in writing.
16.05 The procedure for adjustment of grievances and disputes by an employee shall be as follows:
STEP 1: By a discussion between the employee and the Union Representative with the Employer. The Employer shall reply to the grievance in writing to the Union within ten (10) calendar days. If a satisfactory settlement has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an electionnot been reached, the Union Grievance Committee in Representative or employee may proceed to Step 2. If the camp will notify matter is not taken up within ten (10) calendar days of the xxxxxxx in writing as date the Union received the written reply to the names of grievance in Step 1, it shall be deemed to have been abandoned and further recourse to the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx Procedure shall be forfeited.
STEP 2: If a satisfactory settlement cannot be required reached, then upon request of either party, within fourteen (14) calendar days of receiving the final, written decision, from either party, but not thereafter, the matter may then be referred to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outan Arbitrator, selected in accordance with Article 17.
(b) 16.06 It is understood and agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or and the Employer that the time limits specified in the various steps of the above grievance procedure, may only be extended by mutual agreement between the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to and the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Employer.
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ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of All disputes between employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between and the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps settled by the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaintfollowingprocedure. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each campmembership, by the members therein, Union Committees of a Union Grievance Committee of three four (3), headed 4)headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who Xxxxxxx.Xxx (1) Plywood and one (1) Particle board Plant. The Company shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx be notified in writing as to the names of the Union Committee. Union Xxxxxxx and Grievance Committee member, may be allowed time off during his working hours at a time approved Company in connectionwith provided that it does not interfere with the members efficient operation of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt Plant (excluding negotiations of such noticeCollective Agreement). The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either pay the Union Xxxxxxx Grievance Committeemember, at his regular or premium rate, which maybe proper for any time spent in connection with this Article (8.02). Any grievance arising during the term Agreement must be presented for adjustment without undue delay. A grievance of an employee shall be taken by the employee singly or together with the Xxxxxxx Union Representative directlyto the employee’s immediate supervisor and a decision thereon shall be rendered (2) days presentation of the Grievance. If this decision is not satisfactory to the aggrieved employee, the grievance shall be made in writing, and signed by the aggrieved employee and/or a Xxxxxxx, and shall be presented to the Company by himself; or together with the Union Grievance Committee until Xxxxxxx Union Representative, within seven (7) days the date of the decision under Article above, and shall be dealt with at a meeting of the Xxxxxxx’x committeeand management and such decision shallbe rendered within seven (7) days or within such time as this procedure is carried out.
may be mutually agreed. In case of discharge or suspension by the Company, the Company will, within two (b2) It is agreed that there days the employees in writing of the reason for the discharge of suspension. A copy of such notice shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards submitted to the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 Xxxxxxx within two (2) days. A grievance under arising from a claim by an employee that his discharge or suspension by the provisions Companywas unjust or contrary to the terms of this Agreement is defined agreementmust be dealt with in writing by both parties and must be presented to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by no later than ten (10) days after the written notice discharge or suspension. The grievance shall be introduced at this Agreement involving the Stage. Grievances which involve Company wide interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, made in writing, will be disposed and delivered to the opposite party within ten (10) days of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a occurrenceon which the grievance has been submitted in writingis based, it will and shall be dealt with by Representatives Company and Representatives of the Union. If the matter is not settled within thirty (30) days being received opposite party, it may be referred to arbitration. In the event that the grievance is not settled in writing at the above matter, it maybe referred to arbitrationin accordancewith the Labour Relations Act, and Notice of Processing to Arbitration shall be made on the opposite party within thirty (30) days of the decision rendered under Article above. Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays shall not be included in any time limits in this Article of Agreement. The time limits mentioned in this Article may be extended by mutual agreement, but otherwise shall be of essence. Failure on the part of the griever to comply with time limits shall be deemed to be an abandonment of the grievance. binding on both parties to this agreement. In the event of the failure of the two persons selected by the respective parties to select a third party as provided above, they shall ask the Provincial Minister to appoint a third party. Nothing contained in this Article shall prevent the parties mutually agreeing to a single arbitrator. It is understood that the of the Arbitration Board shall be to interpret and apply this agreement and that it shall deal only withthe specific questions as submitted and shall have no power to alter, add to, nor amend this agreement. However, the of the Arbitration Board shall include the power to consider adjustments to individual job classification rates under Article The Arbitration Board shall have no power to decide questions involving general wage adjustments. Each party to this agreement shall pay all stages thereafterexpenses of the member of the Arbitration Board selected by it or by the Minister of Labour and shall share equally in the fees and expenses of the third member of the Board. Failing mutually agreed, and prior to arbitration,the parties share equallyin the cost of a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight mediator, whose decision shall be binding. The parties will to a list ofmediators. parties cannot agree to the mediationprocess, theterm of the Collective Agreement shall apply. The record of any disciplinary notation for offence shall not be used against an employee after months has elapsed since the date of disciplinary notation(48) hours, then,
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto hereto, that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has first given their Xxxxxxx the xxxxxxx, or his representative, an opportunity to adjust the complainthis complaints. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences difference including the degree or extent of disciplinary action between the parties or between any one of the Company employees and employees his employer covered by this Agreement involving the interpretationinter- pretation, application, administration administration, or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may . Stage 1 Complaints of employees must first be taken by the employeeemployee and his xxxxxxx directly to the Xxxxxxx and/or his representative for adjustment without undue delay but, in any event, not more than three days immediately following the occurrence or event giving rise to the complaint. If the complaint is not adjusted satis- factorily within three days, matter becomes a grievance and must be taken up at Stage If the employee is on lay-off, commencing at Stage the grievance may be taken up Stage The matter be taken up by the Union Xxxxxxx or and/or Union Representative with the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to Superintendent within three days from the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside end of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, three day period in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing Stage and failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hoursfive days, then,: Stage The Business Agent or Union Representative shall take the matter up with the Management of the Company, or the accredited representative or representatives of the of or the accredited representative or representatives of the Management. The Union and the Management may at their discretion require the employee or employees concerned, and the members of the supervisory staff concerned in or having knowledge of the dispute, to appear before them and give evidence regarding the dispute. refer Stage may, within the following fifteen the matter to Arbitration. The employer will notify the Local Union in writing at the time of discharge or suspension of an employee, giving the reasons for such discharge or suspension. A grievance arising from a Claim of unjust discharge or suspension may be processed not later than six days after receipt of notification. Where it has been finally established by an Arbitration Board than an employee has been improperly discharged or suspended, he shall be reinstated in his former job and the consideration of his grievance shall include the determination of the extent, if any, to which he shall be compensated for lost pay, and reimbursement for the premium cost of any health and welfare coverage currently in effect. Arbitration will in no way award redress exceeding that which the employee would have earned in the Company's employ had he not been improperly discharged or suspended. If the Union or the employer has a grievance as defined in Clause it shall commence at Stage of the Grievance Procedure. Time limits specified in this Article may be extended by mutual consent of the parties, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays specified in Article and an employee's scheduled day off shall not be included in any time limits of this Article.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member and deal with Shop Stewards in work areas and at Company bases determined and appointed by the Union. It will be the responsibility of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee Shop Stewards to assist in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names adjustment of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members Grievances arising out of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of this Agreement. Where an employee feels that there has been a violation or misinterpretation of any of the provisions part of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by he, or a Shop Xxxxxxx, or any Officer of the Union Xxxxxxx or on his behalf, will discuss the Union representative having jurisdiction directly matter within seven calender days with the Department Manager who will, within four hours (save Saturday, Sunday and Statutory Holidays), give his decision thereof. Where the decision of the Department Manager is unsatisfactory to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall employee concerned or to the Union, or failing a decision being received from the Manager as required by above, the matter will be presented without undue delay. Any grievance reduced to writing within a further seven calender days and submitted to the xxxxxxxDepartment Head who will, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight hours (48save Saturday, Sunday and Statutory Holidays), attach his written reply thereto. Collective Agreement, Page Failing a reply from the Vice President of or where the reply is unsatisfactory to the or to the union, the matter will be referred to Arbitration in accordance with below. Where employees are to be suspended or discharged, a Shop Xxxxxxx shall be notified before the employee leaves his work area. Where the Shop Xxxxxxx is unable to affect a settlement if a dispute exists at the time, a written Grievance may be filed directly with the Department Head within seven ( 7 ) hourscalendar days. Either Party to this Agreement may, then,within fourteen calender days of the date when the matter was or should have been disposed of above, notify the other Party in writing of its decision to submit the matter in dispute to Arbitration. Where notice has been given by either Party to refer a matter dispute to Arbitration, the selection of an Arbitrator shall be made numerically from a List of persons previously agreed to by the Parties. Should the first person named on the List be unable to hear the matter within thirty (30) calender day or such other time as the Parties may agree, the next person named will be selected and so on.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Should a grievance arise it shall be handled as follows. Prior to filing a formal grievance, an employee will, with the mutual desire assistance of his/her xxxxxxx if he/she so desires, refer the matter on an informal basis to his/her immediate Supervisor. This discussion must take place within five (5) working days of the parties hereto that complaints occurrence of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union event giving rise to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This If the grievance cannot be settled as a result of this discussion, then it may be done during working hoursdealt with as follows.
STEP 1 The employee shall file a written grievance with his immediate Supervisor within five (a5) working days of discussing the matter with his/her Supervisor. The Union Supervisor shall arrange for answer the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of grievance within three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee) working days. In the absence Except in cases of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an electiondisciplinary action, the Union Grievance Committee written grievance shall state the matter at issue in concise terms and shall state precisely in what respect the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as Agreement has been violated or misinterpreted by reference to the names specific clause or clauses relied upon and shall also stipulate the nature of relief or remedy sought.
STEP 2 If the Union Xxxxxxx and grievance is not resolved at the members of STEP 1, it may be referred to the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing "Plant Manager" and/or "Immediate Supervisor" within five (5) working days after the receipt of such noticethe Supervisor's reply at STEP 1. The Company xxxxxxx "Plant Manager" and/or "Immediate Supervisor" shall convene a meeting with the Local Union Vice-President and appropriate Xxxxxxx within five (5) working days after receipt of the grievance and shall answer the grievance in writing within five (5) working days of such meeting.
STEP 3 If the grievance is not resolved at STEP 2, it may be required referred to recognize either the "Human Resources Manager" and/or "Plant Manager" within five (5) working days after receipt of the "Plant Manager" and/or "Immediate Supervisor" reply at STEP 2. The "Human Resources Manager" and/or "Plant Manager" shall convene a meeting with the Local Union President and Vice-President within five (5) working days after receipt of the grievance and shall answer the grievance in writing within five (5) working days of such meeting.
STEP 4 If the grievance is not resolved at STEP 3, it may be referred to the "The General Manager and/or Human Resources Manager" within five (5) working days after receipt of the "Human Resources Manager" and/or "Plant Manager" reply at STEP 3. "The General Manager and/or Human Resources Manager" shall convene a meeting with the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union Representative and the Local Union Executive within ten (10) working days after receipt of the grievance and shall answer the grievance in writing within ten (10) working days of such meeting. Failing a satisfactory settlement, the grievance may be referred to arbitration by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outwithin a further thirty (30) calendar days.
(b) It is agreed that there Any grievance involving disciplinary action shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards referred to STEP 3 of the Stewards or Union Grievance Committeegrievance procedure.
8.03 (c) No employee shall be disciplined or discharged without just cause.
(d) A Union or Company grievance under may be presented starting at STEP 3, on matters of a general nature relating to the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any interpretation of the provisions Collective Labour Agreement provided such grievance cannot be otherwise brought forward as the grievance of this Agreementan employee or group of employees. The Union or Company's decision shall be given in writing and, failing satisfactory settlement, the grievance may be subject to the arbitration procedure.
8.04 Grievances as defined above (e) The time limits specified in this Article may be taken extended by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside mutual agreement of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,both parties.
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Samples: Collective Labour Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held 5.01 Any difference between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration any of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing employees as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above Agreement shall hereinafter be called a "grievance". An xxxxxxx effort shall be made without undue delay to settle any complaint or grievance, which may arise between the Company and the Union or an employee. Sundays, Saturdays, and holidays shall not be counted in determining the time within which any action is to be taken under the provisions of this Article. The time limits set out for any stage in the grievance procedure may be taken extended by mutual agreement. The Company and Union agree that there shall be on Xxxxxxx for every thirty (30) employees. If an employee (or employees) has a complaint he shall present it verbally to his immediate Supervisor within seven (7) days after the employeeincident occurred, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly ought to have come to the employee's attention of the employee(s) concerned. If the complaint is not settled to the satisfaction of the employee (or employees) within three (3) days then the grievance may proceed to Stage One. It is understood that an employee has no grievance until he has first given his immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hoursSupervisor an opportunity to resolve the complaint. The A grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in the following manner:
5.02 Stage One - If within 3 days from the time when the complaint was presented to the Supervisor a decision satisfactory to the employee is not given, the Xxxxxxx in conjunction with the employee may within 3 days after the decision of the Supervisor (or designee) has been or should have been given, submit the complaint to Stage One of the grievance procedure. The employee (or employees), together with the Xxxxxxx, shall present such grievance to the Supervisor or designee in writing. The information on this form shall not prejudice the Union's position with respect to subsequent submissions or representations regarding such grievance at this stage. The Supervisor or his designee shall, when so notified, establish a date for a Stage One hearing. The date of the hearing shall not be more than 5 days from the date the Supervisor received the first Stage grievance, unless mutually agreed upon. At the meeting, the employee, accompanied by the case Xxxxxxx, shall present the grievance statement and shall set out the nature of the grievance, the remedy sought and any applicable section or provision of this Agreement, provided that failure to properly identify such section or provision shall not prejudice the determination of the grievance on its merits. The Supervisor shall give to the employee, the case Xxxxxxx, and International Staff Representative his decision in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,7 days from the date of the Stage One hearing.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx to his xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) 8.02 The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee committee of three (3), ) headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the that Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, election the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx Company in writing writing, as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected elected, and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge Company shall acknowledge, in writing writing, the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out. Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee Man may be allowed time off during his working hours at a time acceptable to the Company in connection with Union/Company business, provided that it does not interfere with the efficiency of operation. The Company shall pay the Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee Man at his regular or premium rate, whichever may be proper for any time spent in connection with 8.02 (excluding negotiations of Collective Agreements).
(b) 8.03 It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards Xxxxxxx or Union Grievance CommitteeCommitteemen.
8.03 8.04 A grievance grievance, under the provisions of this Agreement Agreement, is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and the employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 8.05 Grievances as defined above may be taken in writing by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction Xxxxxxx, or the Union Representative, directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside working hours or during working hours if this does not interfere with the efficiency of working hoursthe Company's operations. The No grievance shall be presented without undue delayrecognized unless this procedure is followed. No grievance shall be considered where the circumstances giving rise to it, or originated or came to the notice of an employee more than fifteen (15) days before the filing of the grievance. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, immediate supervisor in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx immediate supervisor in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, writing it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hourstwo working days, then,
8.06 Where mutually agreed and prior to arbitration, the parties will share equally in the cost of a mediator, whose decision shall be binding. The parties will mutually agree to a list of mediators. If the parties cannot agree to the mediation process, the terms of the Collective Agreement shall apply.
8.07 In arbitration the Company and the Union shall each select one person; these two shall select a third party who shall act as Chairman. Either party shall appoint its nominee not later than five days after written notice of the other party's
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire A. All disputes, complaints, or grievances of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and any employee or the Union may be presented through the grievance procedures of this Agreement, and if not thereby settled may be processed to discuss arbitration for a determination of whether the interpretation and administration terms of this agreement have been violated. This Section shall not be applicable to grievances arising from discharge or suspension.
B. Standing Committees shall be maintained in the following manner:
1. The Mill Manager shall appoint a Company Standing Committee of up to five (5) individuals which shall represent the Company.
2. The Local Union shall select from its membership a Union Standing Committee of up to five (5) members which shall represent the Local Union for the purposes stated in this Agreement.
8.01 3. The Company Standing Committee and the Union Standing Committee have the authority to make the final decision consistent with the terms of this Agreement on matters properly before them. Either party may express reservation that it desires to refer the question under consideration to higher authority.
4. Accurate minutes of every Standing Committee meeting must be kept and must be signed by the Chairman of the Company Standing Committee and the Chairman of the Union Standing Committee. The minutes shall include statements of positions and conclusions, if any. A copy shall be supplied to the Local Union.
5. Conclusions reached in Steps 3 and 4 shall be prepared and signed by the appropriate parties. A copy shall be supplied to the Local Union.
C. Should there be any dispute, complaint, or grievance of any employee or the Union, herein collectively referred to as grievances, the employee shall work as directed by Management pending final adjustment of the grievance. Any such grievance shall be deemed to have been waived if not adjustment of the grievance. Any such grievance shall be deemed to have been waived if not presented as a formal grievance by the employee to his supervisor within thirty (b30) calendar days following either the occurrence out of which the grievance arose or the first date upon which the grievance could reasonably be assumed to have been known to the employee, whichever is later. In order to facilitate the resolution of grievances at the 1st Step, the Company and Union hereby agree that any grievance settlement at the 1st Step does not establish a precedent with respect to how a similar matter should/will be resolved in the future.
STEP 1 Such dispute, complaint or grievance shall first be taken up with his supervisor by the employee. In the event the employee desires to submit the matter as a formal grievance, he shall present it in writing to the supervisor specifying the date of submission. The employee may have the Shop Xxxxxxx accompany him when he discusses the matter with his supervisor. If the supervisor and the grievant are unable to arrive at a satisfactory settlement, to be timely, the grievance must be referred to Step 2 within ten (10) calendar days after the date the grievance was first presented to the supervisor as a formal grievance.
STEP 2 Any such grievance shall be submitted in writing by the Union Standing Committee to the Company Standing Committee setting forth the circumstances out of which the grievance arose, and the remedy or correction requested. Subjects that have been presented at Step 1, but not mentioned in said written submission, shall nevertheless be dealt with.
1. Within ten (10) calendar days after the date of receipt of such written grievance the two committees shall meet.
2. If the two committees are unable to arrive at a satisfactory settlement within ten (10) calendar days after their initial meeting, to be timely the Union Standing Committee must refer the grievance in writing to the Mill Manager within fifteen (15) calendar days of the expiration of the ten (10) calendar days in Step 2-2.
1. Within thirty (30) calendar days after the date of such written notice the Mill Manager and/or his representative and the Local Union President and/or his representative(s) of the Local Union and USW International Staff shall meet.
2. If the Mill Manager and/or his representative and the representative(s) of the Local Union are unable to arrive at a satisfactory settlement within fifteen (15) calendar days after their initial meeting, to be timely the Local Union may submit a grievance based upon an alleged violation of any provision(s) of this Agreement to the arbitrator as provided in Sections 30 and 31 of this Agreement within thirty (30) calendar days after the expiration of the fifteen (15) calendar-day period in Step 4-2 for interpretation and/or application of such provision(s). It is agreed that no if the United Steelworkers’ International Executive Board or Local Union, pursuant to the United Steelworkers’ International Constitution or local by-laws or constitution or any agency or court, decides that an employee’s grievance was improperly withdrawn from the grievance procedure by the Union, the grievance shall be processed reinstated in the grievance procedure at the step from which usurps it was withdrawn.
D. The parties in Step 2 and in Step 3 may, by mutual agreement in writing, extend the time limit specified in Step 2-2 and/or in Step 3-2 for a period not to exceed thirty (30) calendar days.
E. However:
1. In case of a grievance which affects a group of five (5) or more employees who have the right under this Agreement to present that grievance to their supervisor(s), an official or some other representative appointed by the Local Union shall have the right to take that grievance up directly with the Mill Manager and/or his representative in accordance with Step 3.
2. In case of a grievance affecting the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that the Union, as such, as distinguished from grievances involving an individual employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust or group of employees, the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Local Union shall arrange for have the election from its working membership at each camp, by right to take that grievance up directly with the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Mill Manager and/or his representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Step 3
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Samples: Labor Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no 29.01 A grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of mean a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving complaint concerning the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Collective Agreement, or in the case of a non-probationary employee, a complaint that s/he has been discharged without just cause.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by 29.02 Where the employeeUnion requires information regarding a grievance dealing with hours of work and/or seniority, the Employer shall supply such information in writing to the Union within ten (10) calendar days from the date of the request. The parties agree that the purpose of the grievance procedure is to provide a method for the resolution of grievances between the parties. Where practicable, the parties will share information - relevant to a grievance - in the interest of resolving disputes. It is understood and agreed by the Union Xxxxxxx and the Employer that the time limits specified in the various steps of the above grievance procedure may only be extended by mutual agreement between the Union and the Employer.
29.03 Any employee, the Union or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly Employer may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fifteen (15) working days of the event giving rise to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The such grievance shall be presented without undue delayforfeited and waived by the aggrieved party. Any grievance For the purpose of this article, it is agreed that working days shall be interpreted to mean Monday through Friday, which are regular office days, less any days the office may be closed.
29.04 All grievances must be submitted in writing.
29.05 The procedure for adjustment of grievances shall be as follows:
Step 1 By a discussion between the employee and the Shop Xxxxxxx and/or Union Representative with the employee’s immediate supervisor or their designated appointee. The immediate supervisor or their designated appointee shall reply to the xxxxxxxgrievance in writing, to the Union, within five (5) calendar days. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, the Union Representative and/or employee may proceed to Step 2. The Union Representative or Representatives may take the matter up with the Employer official designated by the Employer to handle Labour Relations matters. If the matter is not taken up within ten (10) calendar days of the date the Union received the written reply to the grievance in Step 1, it shall be deemed to have been abandoned and further recourse to the Grievance Procedure shall be forfeited.
29.06 If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached, then upon request of either party within fourteen (14) calendar days of receiving the final written decision from either party but not thereafter, the matter may then be referred to an Arbitrator selected in accordance with this procedure, Article 30 - Arbitration.
29.07 Only grievances which have been processed in writing, will accordance with the procedure(s) outlined herein may be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,referred to arbitration.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) 17.01 The Company will recognize and deal with Shop Stewards in work areas and at Company bases determined and appointed by the Union. It is will be responsibility of Shop Stewards to assist in the mutual desire adjustment of Grievances arising out of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration interpretation, application, or alleged violation of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that 17.02 Where an employee feels that there has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each campbeen a violation or misinterpretation of any part of this Agreement, by the members thereinhe, of or a Union Grievance Committee of three (3)Shop Xxxxxxx, headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names or any Officer of the Union Xxxxxxx on his behalf, will discuss the matter within seven (7) calender days with the immediate supervisor who will, within twenty-four (24) hours (save Saturday, Sunday and Statutory Holidays), give his/her decision thereof.
17.03 Where the members decision of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure immediate supervisor is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly unsatisfactory to the employee's employee concerned or to the Union, or, failing a decision being received from the immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall as required by 17.01, 17.02 above, the matter will be presented without undue delay. Any grievance reduced to writing within a further seven (7) calendar days and submitted to the xxxxxxxDepartment Head who will, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hourshours (save Saturday, then,Sunday and Statutory Holidays), attach his written reply thereto.
17.04 Failing a reply from the Department Head or where the reply is unsatisfactory to the employee or to the Union, the matter will be referred to Arbitration in accordance with 17.06 below.
17.05 Where employees are to be suspended or discharged, a Shop Xxxxxxx shall be notified before the employee leaves his work area. Where the Shop Xxxxxxx is unable to affect a settlement -if a dispute exists - at the time, a written Grievance may be filed directly with the Department Head within seven (7) calendar days.
17.06 Either Party to this Agreement may, within fourteen (14) calendar days of the date when the matter was or should have been disposed of in above, notify the other Party in writing of its decision to submit the matter in dispute to Arbitration.
17.07 Where notice has been given by either Party to refer a matter in dispute to Arbitration, the selection of an Arbitrator shall be made numerically from a List of persons previously agreed to by the Parties. Should the first person named on the List be unable to hear the matter within thirty (30) calendar day or such other time as the Parties may agree, the next person named will be selected and so on.
(a) The Arbitrator to hear each case will be the person whose name on the List, which is attached hereto, follows that of the person who heard the pervious case.
(b) While the List of Arbitrators will be comprised of those persons agreed upon during Collective bargaining, either Party may propose to add or delete persons from the List at any time. Additions to, or deletions from, the List may only be made by mutual agreement of the Parties.
17.08 The Arbitrator will make his award as the matter in dispute known to the Parties within thirty (30) calender days of the last hearing and in making such award, shall not have the power to amend, delete from, or add to, any provision of this Agreement.
17.09 The award so made shall be final and binding upon the Company, the Union, and the Employee. In making awards connected with financial settlement, it is agreed that the Arbitrator shall remain seized on the matter until the Parties are Satisfied that the award so rendered has been fully placed into effect.
17.10 In hearing disputes arising out of the suspension or dismissal of an employee, the Arbitrator, where he finds such suspension or dismissal was improper, may modify the penalty.
17.11 The Parties to this Agreement will jointly share the fee and expenses of the Arbitrator.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of administrationof this Agreement.
8.01 (b) . It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) . It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their his Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the hi complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) . The Union shall arrange for the election from its it working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as a! this procedure is carried out.
(b) . It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 Committee men. A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 . Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction irisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented resented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) ours, then, STAGE The matter shall be taken up by the Union Grievance Committee and/or the area Vice-president or his designate with the Division Superintendent or his designated representative within ninety-six (96) hours, in writing, on forms to be supplied by the Union. The Division Superintendent shall make a reply in writing within a further ninety-six (96) hours. Failing a satisfactory adjustment, then,, STAGE The matter shall be taken up by the Executive Officers of the Local Union and/or their designates with the Production Manager, Woodlands Operations, of the Company, or his representative. Failing a settlement within seven (7) days, then, STAGE The matter shall be referred to the Resident Manager, Operations, of the Company, or his representative and a Union Committee, accompanied by Union's President and his National Representative. a settlement within fifteen (15) days, then, STAGE Either party may, within the following (15) days, refer the matter to arbitration.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company possible and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx he has to his xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a two Union Grievance Committee Committees of three (3), each headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for Xxxxxxx, one the Committee. In xxxx operations and one at the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until Commit- tee such time as this procedure is carried IS out.
(b) . It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Grievance Committee men. Xxxxxxx and/or Committee man may be allowed time off during hours at a time acceptable to the Company connection business, provided that does not “I negotiations or Collective Agreement). The Com- pany shall pay the Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee.
8.03 Com- mittee man, at regular or rate, may be proper for any spent A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement Agree- ment is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving Involving the interpretation, application, administration ad- or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 . Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate ’s supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance No shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the procedure, be of by xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx to his xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) 8.02 The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee grievance committee of three (3), ) headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the that Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, election the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx Company in writing writing, as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected committee elected, and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge Company shall acknowledge, in writing writing, the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee committee until such time as this procedure is carried out. Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee Man may be allowed time off during his working hours at a time acceptable to the Company in connection with Union/Company business, provided that it does not interfere with the efficiency of operation. The Company shall pay the Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee Man at his regular or premium rate, whichever may be proper for any time spent in connection with 8.02 (excluding negotiations of Collective Agreements).
(b) 8.03 It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards Xxxxxxx or Union Grievance CommitteeCommittee men.
8.03 8.04 A grievance grievance, under the provisions of this Agreement Agreement, is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and the employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 8.05 Grievances as defined above may be taken in writing by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction Xxxxxxx, or the Union Representative, directly to the employee's employees' immediate supervisor for adjustment outside working hours or during working hours if this does not interfere with the efficiency of working hoursthe Company's operations. The No grievance shall be presented without undue delayrecognized unless this procedure is followed. No grievance shall be considered where the circumstances giving rise to it, or originated or came to the notice of an employee more than fifteen (15) days before the filing of the grievance. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, immediate supervisor in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx immediate supervisor in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, writing it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hourstwo working days, then,
8.06 In arbitration the Company and the Union shall each select one person; these two shall select a third party who shall act as Chairman. Either party shall appoint its nominee not later than five days after written notice of the other party's nomination. The Arbitration Board's decision shall be final and binding on both parties to this agreement. Nothing herein shall prevent the parties from mutually agreeing to a sole arbitrator to arbitrate grievances arising out of discipline or discharge. In the event of the failure of the two persons selected by the respective parties to select a third party as provided above, they shall ask the Provincial Minister of Labour to appoint a third party.
8.07 It is understood that the function of the Arbitration board shall be to interpret and apply this agreement and that it shall deal only with the specific questions as submitted and shall have no power to alter, add to or amend this agreement. However, the function of the Arbitration Board shall include the power to consider adjustments to individual job classification rates under Articles 4.02 and 4.03. The Arbitration Board shall have no power to decide questions involving general wage adjustments.
8.08 Saturdays, Sundays, Statutory and Legal Holidays shall not be included in any time limits in this Article of the agreement and time limits provided may be amended by mutual agreement of the parties.
8.09 A grievance arising from a claim by an employees that his discharge or suspension by the Company was unjust or Contrary to the terms of this agreement, must be dealt with in writing by both parties and must be presented to the Company not later than fifteen days after the discharge or suspension becomes effective. In cases of discharge or suspension by the Company, the Company will notify forthwith the employee and the Xxxxxxx in writing of the reasons for such discharge or suspension. A grievance hereunder shall be lodged at Stage 2 of the grievance procedure.
8.10 Each party to this agreement shall pay all expenses of the member of the Arbitration Board selected by it or by the Minister of Labour, and shall share equally in the fees and expenses of the third member of the Board.
8.11 If the Company has a grievance as defined in Article 8.04 it shall commence at Stage 3 of the grievance procedure by the Manager of the Company or his Representative presenting the matter in writing to the President of the Union or his Representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen days then either party may within the following fifteen days refer the matter to arbitration.
8.12 If the Union has a grievance as defined in Article 8.04 it shall be known as a policy grievance and shall commence at Stage 3 of the grievance procedure by the President of the Union or his Representative presenting the matter in writing to the Manager of the Company or his Representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen days then either party may within the following fifteen days refer the matter to arbitration. Where mutually agreed and prior to arbitration, the parties will share equally in the cost of a mediator, whose decision shall be binding. The parties will mutually agree to a list of mediators. If the parties cannot agree to the mediation process, the terms of the Collective Agreement shall apply.
8.13 An employee’s disciplinary record will be cleared for disciplinary purposes after a period of (12) twelve months.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Grievances shall be presented and adjusted in the mutual desire following manner: All grievances which involve a question within the scope of responsibility of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings grievant's appropriate supervisor will be held between the Company filed and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of thoroughly discussed at this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hourslevel. The grievance shall be presented without undue delayfiled in writing by the grievant and a representative of the Association with the appropriate supervisor. Any grievance submitted The supervisor shall submit his written answer to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will member and the Association within fifteen (15) business days of the filing of the grievance. Administrators shall proceed directly to Level Two. If the grievance shall not be disposed of hereunder to the member's satisfaction and the member and the Association shall have determined to proceed further, the member and a representative of the Association shall present a written statement of the grievance to the Superintendent within twenty-five (25) business days of receipt of the supervisor's answer. The Superintendent shall meet with the member and a representative of the Association in an effort to settle the grievance, provided that the Superintendent may designate another to act in his place and provided further, that if the Superintendent so designates another and his disposition is not satisfactory to the member, the member and a representative of the Association shall have the right to meet with the Superintendent. In any event, the written answer of the Superintendent to the grievant and the Association is due no later than twenty-five (25) business days after the filing of the grievance at this level. Provided the parties agree, Level One and/or Level Two of the Grievance procedure may be bypassed and the grievance brought directly to Level Three. If the grievance shall not have been disposed of under Level Two to the member's satisfaction and the employee and the Association shall have determined to proceed further, a written statement of the grievance shall be presented within ten (10) business days of receipt of the Superintendent's answer by the xxxxxxx in writingAssociation to the Committee. Where a The written decision of the School Committee shall be due within twenty-five (25) business days of the filing of the grievance has been submitted in writingat the School Committee Level. PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO GRIEVANCES AT XXXXX XXX, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,XXXXX XXX XXX XXXXX XXXXX.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 A grievance, as such term is hereinabove defined in Section 2 of this Article VII, shall be presented and adjusted in the following manner:
Step 1. The employee or the Council shall notify his immediate supervisor that he is aggrieved within fifteen (a15) It is the mutual desire calendar days of the parties hereto occurrence of the incident on which the grievance is based. The employee may notify the Council representative prior to orally discussing the matter with his immediate supervisor. The immediate supervisor shall communicate his decision orally to the employee and Association President within four (4) working days after such discussion. Any grievance that complaints affects the Department generally or applies to an employee's rate of employees compensation may be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreementinitiated at Step 2.
8.01 Step 2. If the grievance is not settled under Step 1, the aggrieved employee or the Council may, within ten (b10) It is agreed that no calendar days after receiving the oral decision of the employee's immediate supervisor, restate the grievance in writing and submit the same to the Director of Building Services.
Step 3. If the grievance has not been satisfactorily disposed of under Step 2, the aggrieved employee or the Custodians Union may, within ten (10) calendar days after the receipt of the decision of the Director of Building Services, appeal by forwarding the grievance, in writing, to the Superintendent of Schools. The Superintendent of Schools, or upon his direction, the Deputy Superintendent of Schools, shall respond within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of the written grievance.
Step 4. If the grievance has not been settled under the preceding three steps of the Grievance Procedure set forth in this Section 3, then such unresolved grievance shall be further processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.as follows:
(a) If the unresolved grievance involves a question of the meaning, interpretation or application of, or compliance with the terms or provisions of this Agreement, such grievance shall then be submitted to arbitration by filing with the other party and with the Labor Relations Connection a written request to be served within fifteen (l5) working days after the date on which the Superintendent's decision was served upon the Council. The Union arbitrator shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, be appointed by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who Labor Relations Connection and the arbitration shall act as spokesperson for be conducted in accordance with the Committee. In the absence Voluntary Labor Arbitration Rules of the Xxxxxxx Labor Relations Connection. It is understood and agreed that the Company will recognize a delegated member arbitrator shall have no right or power to add to, or subtract from, or to change the terms of this Agreement. The decision of the Grievance arbitrator shall be submitted to the School Committee as spokespersonand the Council and, subject to law, shall be final and binding. Immediately Each party shall bear the expenses of preparing and presenting its own case. The fee and expenses of the arbitrator shall be borne equally by the School Committee and the Council. The Parties agree that effective October 1, 2013, all references to the Labor Relations Connection shall revert back to the American Arbitration Association, and all grievances filed on or after an electionOctober 1, 2013 shall be processed through the American Arbitration Association unless the Union Grievance and the School Committee agree, in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as writing, to the names continue utilization of the Union Xxxxxxx and the Labor Relations Connection. A Joint Labor Management Committee (JLMC) will convene no later than July 1, 2013 to determine whether to continue with LRC or to revert to AAA. The JLMC will consist of at least two members of the Union Grievance Committee elected AFSCME and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt to members of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outmanagement.
(b) It is agreed If the grievance involves a dispute between an employee and his supervisors arising out of an exercise of administrative discretion by such supervisor or supervisors, the aggrieved employee may, within fifteen (15) working days of the receipt of the decision of the Superintendent of Schools or his authorized representative, request that there all recommendations and facts in the case be referred, for adjudication, to the School Committee, whose decision shall be no discrimination exercised final; but this shall not bar the arbitration of matters which constitute a grievance as defined in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance CommitteeSection 2, Item ( b) of Article VII.
8.03 A grievance under (c) The School Committee and Council 93 agree to establish a joint committee composed of a mutually agreed upon number of designees of each party to develop an alternative to using the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences American Arbitration Association in arbitrating grievances between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hoursparties. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, This joint committee will be disposed convened no later than January 1, 2008 with the goal of finalizing language by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writingMarch 30, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,2008.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx to his xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) 8.02 The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), ) headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the that Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx Company in writing writing, as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected elected, and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge Company shall acknowledge, in writing writing, the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out. Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee members may be allowed time off during his working hours at a time acceptable to the Company in connection with Union/Company business, provided that it does not interfere with the efficiency of operation. The Company shall pay the Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee members at his regular or premium rate, whichever may be proper for any time spent in connection with 8.02 (excluding negotiations of Collective Agreements).
(b) 8.03 It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards Xxxxxxx or Union Grievance CommitteeCommittee members.
8.03 8.04 A grievance grievance, under the provisions of this Agreement Agreement, is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and the employees covered by this Agreement agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances 8.05 Grievances, as defined above above, may be taken in writing by the employee, by employee or the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction Representative directly to the employee's employees’ immediate supervisor for adjustment outside working hours or during working hours if this does not interfere with the efficiency of working hoursthe Company’s operations. The No grievance shall be presented without undue delayrecognized unless this procedure is followed. No grievance shall be considered where the circumstances giving rise to it originated or came to the notice of an employee more than fifteen (15) days before the filing of the grievance. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, immediate supervisor in accordance with this procedure, procedure in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx immediate supervisor in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, writing it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hourstwo working days, then,
8.06 In arbitration, the Company and the Union shall each select one person; these two shall select a third party who shall act as Chairman. Either party shall appoint its nominee not later than five days after written notice of the other party’s nomination. The Arbitration Board’s decision shall be final and binding on both parties to this agreement. In the event of the failure of the two persons selected by the respective parties to select a third party as provided above, they shall ask the Provincial Minister of Labour to appoint a third party. Nothing herein shall prevent the parties from mutually agreeing to a sole arbitrator to arbitrate grievances.
8.07 It is understood that the function of the Arbitration Board shall be to interpret and apply this agreement and that it shall deal only with the specific questions as submitted and shall have no power to alter, add to, or amend this agreement. However, the function of the Arbitration Board shall include the power to consider adjustments to individual job classification rates under Articles 4.02 and 4.03. The Arbitration Board shall have no power to decide
8.08 Saturdays, Sundays, Statutory and Legal Holidays shall not be included in any time limits in this Article of the agreement and time limits provided may be amended by mutual agreement of the parties.
8.09 A grievance arising from a claim by an employee that his discharge or suspension by the Company was unjust or contrary to the terms of this agreement, must be dealt with in writing by both parties and must be presented to the Company not later than fifteen days after the discharge or suspension becomes effective. In cases of discharge or suspension by the Company, the Company will notify forthwith the employee and the Xxxxxxx in writing of the reasons for such discharge or suspension. A grievance hereunder shall be lodged at Stage 2 of the grievance procedure.
8.10 Each party to this agreement shall pay all expenses of the member of the Arbitration Board selected by it or by the Minister of Labour, and shall share equally in the fees and expenses of the third member of the Board.
8.11 If the Company has a grievance as defined in Article 8.04, it shall commence at Stage 3 of the grievance procedure by the Manager of the Company or his Representative presenting the matter in writing to the President of the Union or his Representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen days then either party may, within the following fifteen days, refer the matter to arbitration.
8.12 If the Union has a grievance as defined in Article 8.04, it shall be known as a policy grievance and shall commence at Stage 3 of the grievance procedure by the President of the Union or his Representative presenting the matter in writing to the Manager of the Company or his Representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen days then either party may, within the following fifteen days, refer the matter to arbitration. Where mutually agreed and prior to arbitration, the parties will share equally in the cost of a mediator, whose decision shall be binding. The parties will mutually agree to a list of mediators. If the parties cannot agree to the mediation process, the terms of the Collective Agreement shall apply.
8.13 An employee’s disciplinary record shall be cleared after one (1) year.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is 10.01 The Company and the mutual desire of the parties hereto Union agree that complaints of employees grievances shall be adjusted as quickly as possiblepossible in the manner set out herein and without suspension, interruption or disruption of the normal operations of the Company.
10.02 A "grievance" shall mean a dispute concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the provisions of this Agreement. To The Company, the Union or an employee may present a grievance.
10.03 All employees have the right to express to management any complaint they may have concerning any matter related to their work or general welfare.
10.04 No employee shall have a grievance until he/she, or a Shop Xxxxxxx or a Union Representative on his behalf, has first given his/her immediate supervisor the opportunity to settle the complaint.
10.05 If such informal discussion does not result in a satisfactory adjustment of the employee's complaint, an xxxxxxx effort shall be made to settle the grievance in the following manner:
STEP 1 The grievance shall be submitted in writing to the Human Resource Manager or his designate within fifteen (15) working days immediately following the event or circumstance giving rise to the grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fifteen (15) working days shall be forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party. The Human Resource Manager or his/her designate shall reply to the grievance in writing within five (5) working days of receipt of the written grievance. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, or if the Human Resource Manager or his/her designate has failed to reply in writing within the five (5) working days, then the employee, the Shop Xxxxxxx or the Union Representative may proceed to Step 2. The nature of the grievance, the article or articles of this end it Agreement alleged to have been violated and the remedy sought shall all be clearly set out in the grievance.
STEP 2 Failing satisfactory settlement at Step 1, the employee shall meet with the Human Resource Manager or his/her designate, together with a Shop Xxxxxxx and/or Union Representative, to discuss the grievance within the next ten (10) working days. The Human Resource Manager or his/her designate shall render his/her decision in writing within five (5) working days after the meeting. If the matter is agreed that periodic meetings will be held not resolved at Step 2, or if the Human Resource Manager or his/her designate has failed to reply in writing within the five (5) working days, then the employee, the Shop Xxxxxxx or the Union Representative may proceed to Step 3. STEP 3 Failing satisfactory settlement at Step 2, either the Company or the Union may submit the grievance to arbitration in accordance with the provisions of Article 11.
10.06 A grievance arising directly between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving concerning the interpretation, application, administration application or alleged violation of any of this Agreement shall be initiated by either the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx Company or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly at Step 1 of the grievance procedure within fourteen (14) calendar days after the event or circumstance giving rise to such policy grievance. If not so presented the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of forfeited and waived by the xxxxxxx aggrieved party. The nature of the grievance, the article or articles of this Agreement alleged to have been violated and the remedies sought shall all be clearly set out in writing. Where the written grievance.
10.07 The parties agree that this Article 10 does not apply in the event of the discipline or discharge of a grievance has been submitted probationary employee as referred to in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Article 6.01.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Differences Between the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held Company and Employees Should any difference arise between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence any of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving from the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of the provisions of this Agreement, an xxxxxxx effort shall be made to settle such differences without undue delay in the following manner. Stage One An aggrieved employee may, provided it is done with reasonable promptness, make his representations orally or in writing to the Management Representative designated by the Company from time to time to han- dle such matter at this stage. In making such repre- sentations he may, if he desires, be accompanied and represented by a Grievance Xxxxxxx in his Department or a Grievance Xxxxxxx from his Plant, if there is no Grievance Xxxxxxx available in his Department, and such meeting will normally occur dur- ing the working hours. Any settlement of the grievance reached between the aggrieved employee and the Company at this stage will be considered applicable to the case in question and not as estab- lishing a precedent for future cases. If within three days from the time when such representations were presented to such Management Representative a decision satisfactory to the employee is not given, then the grievance may be referred to Stage Two. Stage Two Failing resolution, the grievance may, within five days after the decision of the Management Representative for Stage One has been or should have been given, be referred in writing to the Management Representative designated by the Company to handle such meetings at Stage Two. The Company will notify the Plant Committeeman and the Chairman of the General Grievance Committee of the date, time and place for the Stage Two meeting within five days after receiving such referral. Such meeting shall be held within thirty days following such notification and will normally be scheduled during the working hours and commence no later than thirty minutes before the end of the shift. The employee shall be accompanied at such meeting by the Plant Committeeman and not more than two Grievance Stewards both of whom shall be from the Plant where such meeting is held. One of the Grievance Stewards shall be from the Department and, if not available at such Plant, shall come from the Plant closest to such Plant where such Xxxxxxx is available. An Industrial Relations repre- sentative and such other Company personnel as the Company may consider necessary to resolve the grievance shall accompany the Management Representative. The Management Representative hearing the griev- ance will give a written decision within five days from the date of the meeting to the with a copy for the Plant Committeeman and the Grievance Xxxxxxx handling the case. If the grievance is denied, the decision shall contain brief and concise reasons. A written summary of the Stage Two meeting (includ- ing the respective positions of each party and the facts agreed to or in dispute at such meeting) will be pre- pared by the Company, with a copy to the Plant Committeeman. Stage Three If the matter is not satisfactorily disposed of, then a notice in writing requesting further consideration of the matter may within seven days after the decision by the Management Representative at Stage Two has been given or should have been given, be given by the Local Union to the Management Representative desig- nated for Stage Three meetings. Such Management Representative shall notify the Local Union of the time and place of a meeting to consider the matter. Any such meeting shall be held within twenty-one days after the written notice of referral has been received. The Local Union shall be represented at such meeting by the General Grievance Committee. At any Stage Three meeting either party may require the attendance of the and/or a representative of the Union. The Company shall be represented at Stage Three meetings by Management Representatives, representatives of the Industrial Relations Department and such staff specialists as the Company requires. The Management Representative for Stage Three shall give his decision in writing to the Local Union within seven days from the date of the meeting. All Stage Three grievance meetings other than those held on a basis will be held at the Company’s Copper Cliff offices for a maximum of three days of each week, as required. If the Local Union notifies the Superintendent of Industrial Relations that there is, in its opinion, a back- log of Stage Three meetings, all Stage Three meetings will then be held on a basis to permit the holding of concurrent meetings. The Local Union shall be represented at such meetings by a Chief Grievance Xxxxxxx together with two Grievance Stewards. Such meetings will be held at the Company’s Copper Cliff offices, or at such other location(s) as may be agreed to between the Company and the Local Union, for up to three days each week. The meeting procedure shall continue until such time as the backlog of Stage Three grievance meetings is, in the opinion of the Local Union, eliminated. Regular days off of both the and the Management Representative involved at each stage, vacation time off of the and holi- days shall not be counted in determining the time with- in which any action is to be taken in each of the fore- going Stages One to Three. The Company will indicate by notice posted for each Department the Management Representatives desig- nated by it from time to time to handle matters in such Department at Stages One and Two of the Grievance Procedure and a copy of each notice posted in the Departments in the Plant shall be given to the Plant Committeeman. If no Management Representative shall have been designated by the Company for any of the stages through which a matter must proceed such matter may proceed directly to the next higher stage for which a Management Representative shall have been so des- ignated. Differences Between Company and Union Any differences arising between the Union and the Company from the interpretation, application, adminis- tration or alleged violation of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above , instead of following the procedure before set out, may be taken submitted in writing by either of such parties to the employeeother, by with opportunity for oral dis- cussion between the officers of the Local Union and the General Manager or his designated representative. At such discussion either party may require the atten- dance of a representative of the Union Xxxxxxx and/or not more than the three Chief Stewards. The parties shall within ten days from the giving of notice as aforesaid sign a memorandum of settlement, or, if the matter has not been satisfactorily adjusted, the party to whom the matter was submitted shall deliver to the other party a reply in writing to such submission. Time limits fixed by this Article may be extended by written agreement of the Company and the Union or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Local Union.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is 10.01 The Company and the mutual desire of the parties hereto Union agree that complaints of employees grievances shall be adjusted as quickly as possiblepossible in the manner set out herein and without suspension, interruption or disruption of the normal operations of the Company.
10.02 A "grievance" shall mean a dispute concerning the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the provisions of this Agreement. To this end it The Company, the Union or an employee may present a grievance.
10.03 All employees have the right to express to management any complaint they may have concerning any matter related to their work or general welfare.
10.04 No employee shall have a grievance until he/she, or a Shop Xxxxxxx or a Union Representative on his behalf, has first given his/her immediate supervisor the opportunity to settle the complaint.
10.05 If such informal discussion does not result in a satisfactory adjustment of the employee's complaint, an xxxxxxx effort shall be made to settle the grievance in the following manner:
STEP 1 The grievance shall be submitted in writing to the Human Resource Manager or his designate within fifteen (15) working days immediately following the event or circumstance giving rise to the grievance. Any grievance which is agreed that periodic meetings will not presented within fifteen (15) working days shall be held forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party. The Human Resource Manager or his/her designate shall reply to the grievance in writing within five (5) working days of receipt of the written grievance. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, or if the Human Resource Manager or his/her designate has failed to reply in writing within the five (5) working days, then
STEP 2 Failing satisfactory settlement at Step 1, the employee shall meet with the Human Resource Manager or his/her designate, together with a Shop Xxxxxxx and/or Union Representative, to discuss the grievance within the next ten (10) working days. The Human Resource Manager or his/her designate shall render his/her decision in writing within five (5) working days after the meeting. If the matter is not resolved at Step 2, or if the Human Resource Manager or his/her designate has failed to reply in writing within the five (5) working days, then the employee, the Shop Xxxxxxx or the Union Representative may proceed to Step 3.
STEP 3 Failing satisfactory settlement at Step 2, either the Company or the Union may submit the grievance to arbitration in accordance with the provisions of Article 11.
10.06 A grievance arising directly between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving concerning the interpretation, application, administration application or alleged violation of any of this Agreement shall be initiated by either the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx Company or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly at Step 1 of the grievance procedure within fourteen (14) calendar days after the event or circumstance giving rise to such policy grievance. If not so presented the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of forfeited and waived by the xxxxxxx aggrieved party. The nature of the grievance, the article or articles of this Agreement alleged to have been violated and the remedies sought shall all be clearly set out in writing. Where the written grievance.
10.07 The parties agree that this Article 10 does not apply in the event of the discipline or discharge of a grievance has been submitted probationary employee as referred to in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Article 6.01.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) 8:01 It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees an employee be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx his shift supervisor an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This Prior to reducing a complaint to a grievance as per Article 8:03 the employee may request his Shop Xxxxxxx to be done during working hourspresent at any further discussion with his shift supervisor.
(a) The Union Company shall arrange for recognize the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who which shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence consist of the Xxxxxxx President, two executive officers and at the Company will recognize a delegated member discretion of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonthe Xxxxxxx involved. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee from their regular duties in the camp order to deal with a grievance without obtaining prior authorization from their shift supervisor. This permission will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as not be unreasonably withheld. The Company agrees to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the pay members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt for loss of such noticewages for authorized time lost for handling of grievances. The Company xxxxxxx shop Stewards recognized by this Agreement shall not be required as follows:
a) Planer Mill (include mobile equipment operators)
b) Large Log Mill (include mobile equipment operators)
c) Small Log Mill (include mobile equipment operators)
d) Processor & Yard (include mobile equipment operators & garage)
e) Maintenance (include electrical crew) When the operating schedules for (a) to recognize either the Union (d) consists of more than one shift there will be one Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outon each shift.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance CommitteeCommittee members or other Union members.
8.03 8:03 A grievance under the provisions provision of this Agreement is defined to be any differences difference between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 8:04 STEP I - Grievances as defined above may shall be taken by the employee, by employee together with the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate shift supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delayadjustment. Any grievance grievances submitted to the xxxxxxx, shift supervisor in accordance with this procedure, procedure shall be in writing, writing and will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx shift supervisor in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,;
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is 29.01 The Company and the mutual desire of the parties hereto Union agree that complaints of employees grievances should be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between possible in the Company manner set out herein and without suspension, interruption or disruption of the Union to discuss normal operations of the interpretation and administration of this AgreementCompany.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance 29.02 A "grievance" shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of mean a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving dispute concerning the interpretation, application, administration application or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement, or in the case of a non-probationary employee, a complaint that they have been disciplined or discharged without just cause.
8.04 Grievances 29.03 The term "days" whenever used in this Article shall mean working days.
29.04 All grievances must be submitted in writing.
29.05 In the interest of communication and working relationships between the employees and the Company, employees are free to bring issues forward to the Company in an attempt to resolve those issues and create a harmonious working environment. If such an attempt fails and the employee chooses to file a grievance, such grievance will proceed as defined above follows:
STEP 1 An employee with their Shop Xxxxxxx shall, within ten (10) days immediately following the event or circumstance giving rise to the grievance, submit a written concern outlining the specific issue and the proposed redress to their immediate Supervisor and/or Production Manager. The full-time Union Representative may accompany new Shop Stewards for the purpose of training. The Supervisor or Production Manager shall give their written decision to the Shop Xxxxxxx and the employee within five (5) days immediately following the day on which the concern was first (1st) presented to the Supervisor and/or Production Manager. Should the Supervisor and/or Production Manager fail to reply, or should the reply be unsatisfactory, the matter may be taken by referred to Step 2 of the employeegrievance procedure as outlined below.
STEP 2 Within ten (10) days of the decision being made at Step 1, a written grievance may be submitted by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hoursDirector, Live Operations and Member Relations or designate. The grievance nature of the grievance, the Article or Articles of the Collective Agreement alleged to have been violated and the remedy sought shall be presented without undue delayclearly set out in the written grievance. Any grievance submitted The Director, Live Operations and Member Relations or designate shall within five (5) days after receipt of the written grievance, call a meeting of the affected parties in an effort to resolve the grievance. The Director, Live Operations and Member Relations or designate shall within five (5) days after such meeting respond to the xxxxxxxgrievance in writing to the employee and the Shop Xxxxxxx.
STEP 3 If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached at Step 2, then upon request of either party, within ten (10) days of receiving the Step 2 written decision by the Director, Live Operations & Member Relations, may request the grievance be referred to mediation through the Manitoba Department of Conciliation Services. It is also agreed by both parties that mediation is by mutual agreement. Neither party is obligated to take advantage of this Step in the grievance process.
STEP 4 If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached at Step 3, then upon request of either party, within ten (10) days of attempting resolution by mediation, the matter may be referred to arbitration in accordance with this procedureArticle 30.
29.06 It is expressly understood and agreed between the employee and the Union that when mediation is used to resolve an issue, the mediator has no authority or powers under the terms of the Collective Agreement to impose or require the parties to accept their suggested settlement to the matter in writing, will dispute. All expenses and fees that may be disposed of incurred by such mediator shall be borne equally by the xxxxxxx Company and the Union. Unless otherwise mutually agreed to between the Company and the Union, this procedure may only be used in writing. Where a situations where grievance has been submitted mediation services are not available through the Manitoba Department of Conciliation Services.
29.07 It is understood and agreed by the Union and the Company that the time limits specified in writing, it will the various steps of the above grievance procedure may only be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,extended by mutual agreement between the Union and the Company.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their his Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee Com- mittee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance CommitteeCommittee men.
(c) Any notice of disciplinary action shall be given in writing to the employee with a copy to the Union and all such notices shall be removed from the employee's record after a period of 24 consecutive months from the date of issue.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxxSupervisor, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx Supervisor in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight five (485) hoursday s, then, STAGE 2 - The matter shall be taken up by the Union Grievance Committee and/or Union Representative with the Operations Manager or their designate within five (5) days, in writing, on forms to be supplied by the Union. The Operations Manager or their designate shall make a reply in writing within a further five (5) days. Failing a satisfactory adjustment, then,
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) 8:01 It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees an employee be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee employeehasnogrievance until he has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx his shift supervisor an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This Prior to reducing a complaint to a grievance as per Article 8:03 the employee may request his Shop Xxxxxxx to be done during working hourspresent at any further discussion with his shift supervisor.
(a) The Union Company shall arrange for recognize the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who which shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence consist of the Xxxxxxx President, two executive officers and at the Company will recognize a delegated member discretion of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonthe Xxxxxxx involved. Immediately after an election, It is understood that the Stewards and other Union Grievance Committee officers shall not be absent from their regular duties in the camp order to deal with a grievancewithoutobtainingprior authorization from their shift supervisor. This permission will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as not be unreasonably withheld. The Company agrees to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the pay members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt for loss of such noticewages for authorized time lost for handling of grievances. The Company xxxxxxx shop Stewards recognized by this Agreement shall not be required as follows:
a) Planer Mill (include mobile equipment operators)
b) Large Log Mill (include mobile equipment operators)
c) Processor & Yard (include mobile equipment operators & garage)
d) Maintenance (include electrical crew) When the operating schedules for (a) to recognize either the Union (c) consists of more than one shift there will be one Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outon each shift.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance CommitteeCommittee members or other Union members.
8.03 8:03 A grievance under the provisions provision of this Agreement is defined to be any differences difference between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 8:04 STEP I - Grievances as defined above may shall be taken by the employee, by employee together with the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's ’s immediate shift supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delayadjustment. Any grievance grievances submitted to the xxxxxxx, shift supervisor in accordance with this procedure, procedure shall be in writing, writing and will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx shift supervisor in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-forty- eight (48) hours, then,;
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Employees are able to adjust an alleged grievance informally between the mutual desire employee, their Union xxxxxxx, and the appropriate supervisor. Any aggrieved employee may be represented prior to Step 1 of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, procedure by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed themselves or by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act xxxxxxx selected or approved by the Union. Such informal efforts to resolve the grievance will not stay the time limits for filing a grievance as spokesperson for set forth herein.
Step 1: If the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an electiongrievance is not resolved through informal discussions, the Union Grievance Committee in shall, within forty-five (45) calendar days following the camp will notify time at which the xxxxxxx in writing as aggrieved party could reasonably have been aware of events giving rise to the names of grievance, commit the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required grievance to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where Once a grievance has been submitted in writing, it committed to writing any aggrieved employee will be dealt with in writing represented by a Union xxxxxxx selected or approved by the Union. The grievance will be submitted on a mutually-agreed upon form. The Union shall have the right to be present at all stages thereaftersteps of the grievance process as a party of interest. Failing No resolution of any individually-processed grievance shall be inconsistent with the terms of this Agreement. The appropriate Chair or designee shall meet with the grievant and their Union xxxxxxx, or a satisfactory adjustment Union representative, within forty-eight ten (4810) hourscalendar days and shall give a written decision of the grievance to the parties within ten (10) calendar days after receipt of the written grievance. The parties agree that grievances, then,responses, and appeals are considered filed on the date that they are received by a party via email, hand delivery, or U.S. Mail.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is I t i s the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it i t is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It . I t is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) . It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their his- Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) . The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) . It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 Committee men. A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of o f the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 . Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's ’s immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,, STAGE The matter shall be taken up by the Union Grievance Committee and/or the area Vice-president or his designate with the Division Superintendent or his designated representative within ninety-six (96) hours, in writing, on forms to be supplied by the Union. The Division Superintendent shall make a reply in writing within a further ninety-six (96) hours. Failing a satisfactory adjustment, then, STAGE The matter shall be taken up by the Executive Officers of the Local Union and/or their designates with the Production Manager, Woodlands Operations, of the Company, or his representative. Failing a settlement within seven (7) days, then, STAGE The matter shall be referred to the Resident Manager, Woodlands Operations, of the Company, or his representative and a Union Committee, accompanied by the Union’s President and. his National Representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen (15) days, then, STAGE Either party may, within the following fifteen (15) days, refer the matter to arbitration.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Grievances shall be presented and adjusted in the mutual desire following manner: All grievances which involve a question within the scope of responsibility of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings grievant's appropriate supervisor will be held between the Company filed and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of thoroughly discussed at this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hourslevel. The grievance shall be presented without undue delayfiled in writing by the grievant and a representative of the Association with the appropriate supervisor. Any grievance submitted The supervisor shall submit his written answer to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will member and the Association within fifteen (15) business days of the filing of the grievance. Administrators shall proceed directly to Level Two. If the grievance shall not be disposed of hereunder to the member's satisfaction and the member and the Association shall have determined to proceed further, the member and a representative of the Association shall present a written statement of the grievance to the Superintendent within twenty-five (25) business days of receipt of the supervisor's answer. The Superintendent shall meet with the member and a representative of the Association in an effort to settle the grievance, provided that the Superintendent may designate another to act in his place and provided further, that if the Superintendent so designates another and his disposition is not satisfactory to the member, the member and a representative of the Association shall have the right to meet with the Superintendent. In any event, the written answer of the Superintendent to the grievant and the Association is due no later than twenty-five (25) business days after the filing of the grievance at this level. Provided the parties agree, Level One and/or Level Two of the Grievance procedure may be bypassed and the grievance brought directly to Level Three. If the grievance shall not have been disposed of under Level Two to the member's satisfaction and the employee and the Association shall have determined to proceed further, a written statement of the grievance shall be presented within ten (10) business days of receipt of the Superintendent's answer by the xxxxxxx in writingAssociation to the Committee. Where a The written decision of the School Committee shall be due within twenty-five (25) business days of the filing of the grievance has been submitted in writingat the School Committee Level. PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO GRIEVANCES AT LEVEL ONE, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,LEVEL TWO AND LEVEL THREE.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire A. All disputes, complaints, or grievances of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and any employee or the Union may be presented through the grievance procedures of this Agreement, and if not thereby settled may be processed to discuss arbitration for a determination of whether the interpretation and administration terms of this agreement have been violated. This Section shall not be applicable to grievances arising from discharge or suspension.
B. Standing Committees shall be maintained in the following manner:
1. The Mill Manager shall appoint a Company Standing Committee of up to five (5) individuals which shall represent the Company.
2. The Local Union shall select from its membership a Union Standing Committee of up to five (5) members which shall represent the Local Union for the purposes stated in this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed 3. The Company Standing Committee and the Union Standing Committee have the authority to make the final decision consistent with the terms of this Agreement on matters properly before them. Either party may express reservation that no it desires to refer the question under consideration to higher authority.
4. Accurate minutes of every Standing Committee meeting must be kept and must be signed by the Chairman of the Company Standing Committee and the Chairman of the Union Standing Committee. The minutes shall include statements of positions and conclusions, if any. A copy shall be supplied to the Local Union.
5. Conclusions reached in Steps 3 and 4 shall be prepared and signed by the appropriate parties. A copy shall be supplied to the Local Union.
C. Should there be any dispute, complaint, or grievance of any employee or the Union, herein collectively referred to as grievances, the employee shall work as directed by Management pending final adjustment of the grievance. Any such grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they deemed to have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence been waived if not adjustment of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersongrievance. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of Any such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be deemed to have been waived if not presented without undue delay. Any as a formal grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment employee to his supervisor within forty-eight (48) hours, then,thirty
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Samples: Labor Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 Should a grievance arise it shall be handled as follows. Prior to filing a formal grievance, an employee will, with the assistance of xxxxxxx if so desires, refer the matter on an informalbasis to immediate Supervisor. This discussion must take place within five (a) It is the mutual desire 5)working days of the parties hereto that complaints occurrence of employees the event giving rise to the complaint. If the grievance cannot be adjusted settled as quickly a result of this discussion, then it may be dealt with as possiblefollows. To this end STEP The employee shall file a written grievance with his immediate Supervisorwithinfive (5) days of discussing the matter with Supervisor.The Supervisor shall answer the grievance within three (3) days. Except in cases of disciplinary action, the written shall state the at issue in concise terms and shall state precisely in what respect the Agreement has been violated or by reference to the specific clause or clauses relied upon and shall also the nature of relief or remedy sought. STEP If the grievance is not resolved at the STEP it may be referred to the Personnel Supervisor within five working days after the receipt of the Supervisor’s reply at The Personnel Supervisor shall convene a meeting with the Local Union and appropriate Xxxxxxx within five (5) working clays after receipt of the grievance and shall the grievance in writing within five (5) working days of such meeting. STEP If the grievance is agreed that periodic meetings will not resolved at STEP it may be held between referred to the Company General or appointed representative within five (5) working days after receipt of the Personnel Supervisor’sreply at STEP The General Manager or appointed representative shall convene a meeting with the Local Union President and Vice-President within five (5) working days after receipt of the grievance and shall answer the grievance in writing within five (5) working days of such meeting. STEP If grievance is not resolved at it may be referred to the Corporate Director within five (5) working days after receipt of the General Manager’s or appointed representative’s reply at STEP The Corporate Director shall convene a meeting with the Communications, Energy and Union Representative and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 Executive within ten (b10) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence days receipt of the Xxxxxxx grievance and shall answer the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx grievance in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt within ten (10) days of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereaftermeeting. Failing a satisfactory adjustment settlement, the grievance may be referred to arbitration by the Union within forty-eight a further thirty (4830) hourscalendar days. Any grievance involving disciplinary action shall be referred to STEP of the grievance procedure. No employee shall be disciplined or discharged without just cause. Agreement provided such grievance cannot be otherwise forward as the grievance of or group The Union or Company’s shall be in writing and, then,failing satisfactory settlement, grievance may be subject to arbitration procedure.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and Either the: Employer, the Union or any employee has a right to discuss lodge a grievance with respect to any matter arising out of this Agreement or concerning the interpretation and administration interpre- tation, application or alleged violation of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed . Any employee believing that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood he has been unjustly dealt with, or that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined have not been complied with have the right to place such grievances in the hands of the Union, for review and adjustment by the Employer if necessary. Such grievances shall be any differences processed as follows: Step Within seven working days after the event giving rise to the grievance occurs, the employee and his store xxxxxxx shall discuss the grievance with the Store Manager. The Manager shall give an oral answer to the grievance within four working days. Failing settlement; Step The grievance shall be reduced to writing and discussed between the Union Representative, Store Manager and/or the Regional Manager. This discussion shall be held within seven working days of the decision at Step The Store Manager and/or Regional Manager will give an answer in writing to the grievance within four working days of the date of the meeting. Failing settlement; Step The grievance shall be reduced to writing and forwarded to the Head Office of the Employer within one week of the decision at Step which shall have one week to of the grievance. The decision shall be in writing and sent to offices of the Union. If considered necessary by the parties, a meeting may be held by the parties and may include the interested person. If a meeting is held, the decision shall be given to the other xxxxx within seven days from the date of the meeting. In the case of a discharge, a grievance may be by an employee who feels he was unjustly dealt with. Such a grievance must be filed within four working days from the date of dismissal, and shall commence at Step In any subsequent disposal of this case during the Grievance Procedure, the may reinstate the employee with full pay, employee for a definite period, or between sustain the Company discharge, if mutually agreed to by the parties to this Agreement. Grievances concerning rates shall commence at Step 2 of the Grievance Procedure and employees covered the disposition of such grievances, if sustained, shall include the nation of effective date of the increase with retroac- tivity thereto. The Employer or the Union may file grievances commencing at Step 2 or Step The time limits as prescribed above may be modified by this Agreement involving mutual agreement of the interpretation, application, administration parties. Should the grievance involve the alleged misin- terpretation or alleged violation of the Agreement, either party may be free to appeal to arbitration from Step 3 within thirty-one days from the date the decision was given at that step. The parties shall attempt to agree on a single Arbitrator from a list previously agreed to by the parties to this Agreement. If the agree on an Arbitrator, the requesting then refer the grievance within said delay to the chosen Arbitrator with of the issue be arbitrated upon by him. Notice of said reference and a copy of said statement shall be forwarded simultaneously to the other party. The decision of the Arbitrator shall be final and binding upon all parties involved. If the parties cannot agree on an Arbitrator within fourteen days from the date of the notice to arbitrate, each shall appoint, within one week, one nominee as its of a Board of Arbitration that will decide upon the matter. Each party shall advise the other of the name and address of its nominee the Board within said delay of one week. If the two nominees are unable to agree upon the choice of a third member to act Chairman, the Minister of Labour for the Province of Ontario shall be to a Chairman. The Board shall hear &dispute decision (or a majority decision) shall be final and binding the Where there is no majority decision, of the Chairman is final and binding. The Arbitrator or Board of Arbitration, as the case may be, shall not have any jurisdiction to alter or modify any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances , nor to substitute any new provisions in lieu thereof, nor to make any decision inconsistent with the terms and provisions of this Agreement. In determining any discharge or any other dis- ciplinary grievance the Arbitrator or Board of Arbitra- tion, as defined above the case may be taken by be, shall have the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,authority to:
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their to his Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) 8.02 The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, the Xxxxx and Yard by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three four (3), 4) headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in at the camp Mill and Yard will notify the xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx in writing writing, as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected elected, and the xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx Mill Xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised . The Union will confirm in any manner towards writing within a reasonable period, the Stewards or Union Grievance Committeeelection of the Xxxxxxx.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may above, between employees and the Company shall be taken by the employeeemployee himself, by or together with the Union Xxxxxxx or the and/or Union representative having jurisdiction jurisdiction, directly to the employee's ’s immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hoursadjustment. The No grievance shall be presented without undue delayrecognized unless the employee concerned follows this procedure. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxxXxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, writing it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within fortytwenty-eight four (4824) hours, then,, An employee’s disciplinary record shall be cleared for disciplinary purposes after a period of eighteen (18) months.
8.05 In arbitration, the Company and the Union shall each select one (1) man; these two shall select a third party who shall act as Chairman. Either party shall appoint its nominee not later than five (5) days after receipt of written notice of the other party’s nomination. This Arbitration Board shall convene and render a decision within fifteen (15) days. Such decision shall be final and binding on both parties to this Agreement. In the event of failure of the two (2) men selected by the respective parties to select a third party as provided above, they shall ask the Provincial Minister of Labour to appoint a third party. Nothing herein shall prevent the parties from mutually agreeing to a sole arbitrator to arbitrate grievances arising out of discipline or discharge.
8.06 It is understood that the function of the Arbitration Board shall be to interpret this Agreement and that it shall deal only with the specific questions as submitted and shall have no power to alter, add to, or amend this Agreement. However, the function of the Arbitration Board shall include the power to consider adjustments to individual job classifications under Section 4.02 and rates for job classifications under Section 4.03 and to revise the rates therefore. The Arbitration Board shall have no power to decide questions involving general wage adjustments.
8.07 Sundays and Holidays shall not be included in any time limits in this Article of the Agreement.
8.08 A grievance arising from a claim by an employee that his discharge or suspension by the Company was unjust or contrary to the terms of this Agreement, must be dealt with in writing, by both parties and must be presented to the Company not later than ten (10) days after the discharge or suspension becomes effective. Where such an employee’s grievance is not processed from the first stage before he leaves the Mill or Yard, it must be processed starting at the third stage of the grievance procedure. In case of discharge or suspension by the Company, the Company will notify the employee in writing, of the reason for such discharge or suspension. In the event that an employee is found by an Arbitration Board to have been unfairly discharged or suspended by the Company, the Company agrees that the employee will be reinstated on his job under terms and conditions decided by the Arbitration Board.
8.09 Each party to this Agreement shall pay all expenses of the member of the Arbitration Board selected by it, or by the Minister of Labour, and shall share equally in the fees and expenses of the third member of the Board.
8.10 Grievances which involve Company policy in respect to interpretation, application, administration, or alleged violation of the Agreement may be processed commencing at Stage 3 of this Grievance Procedure.
8.11 If the Company has a grievance as defined in Section 8.03, it shall commence at Stage 3 of this grievance procedure by the Mill Superintendent or his representative presenting the matter in writing, to the Officers of the Union. Failing satisfactory settlement within seven (7) days, then the matter shall be referred to the President of the Union or his representative by the General Manager of the Company or his representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen (15) days, then either may within the following fifteen (15) days, refer the matter to arbitration.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Any difference concerning the mutual desire interpretation, application or operation of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration Agreement or any grievance concerning any alleged violation of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance , or any difference or grievance, shall be processed which usurps finally and conclusively settled without stoppage of work in the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.following manner:
(a) The Union Such difference or grievance shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, first be taken up with the Union Grievance Committee in and the camp will notify Union may take the xxxxxxx grievance up in writing as to with the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt Fire Chief or his representative within eight (8) working days of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx difference or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outgrievance first arising.
(b) It If such difference or grievance is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions not settled within three (3) working days of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly been referred to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The Fire Chief, the grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any submitted by the Fire Chief to the Administrator.
(c) Should the Administrator be unable to effect a settlement within fourteen (14) working days from the receipt of such grievance, such grievance shall be submitted to a Board of Arbitration of three (3) persons, one of whom shall be appointed by the xxxxxxxCorporation and one by the Union, such appointments shall be made within seven (7) working days of the failure of the Committee to reach a decision, and the third member shall be appointed within five (5) working days by the two (2) members so appointed, and shall be Chairman. Should the members appointed by the parties fail to agree on a Chairman within the said five (5) working days, the said Chairman shall be appointed by the Minister of Labour of the Province of British Columbia. (The provisions of the Labour Relations Code shall govern such decision of the Board.) The majority decision of the Board shall be final and binding on both parties and each party shall bear the expenses of their arbitrator and pay half the expenses of the Chairman. The Board shall finally settle such difference or grievance within ten (10) working days after the appointment of the Chairman. As an alternative to the three-member Board of Arbitration, both parties may mutually select a single Arbitrator to effect a settlement of a grievance arising under this section. Each party shall share the expense of the single arbitrator in accordance with this procedureequal amounts.
(d) Wherever a stipulated time is mentioned herein, the said time may be extended by mutual consent of the parties in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence event that any difference arises out of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration operation or any alleged violation of this Agreement, including any difference arising from the suspension or dismissal of any employee and including any question or difference as to whether the matter is such question or difference shall be finally and conclusively settled without stoppage of work in the following manner: Such difference or grievance shall first be reduced to writing and taken up by the employee and a representative of the provisions Union with the employee’s immediate supervisor and General Manager within five working days of this Agreement.
8.04 such difference or grievance arising. If such difference or grievance is not settled within two working days, the grievance shall be submitted by the employee’s immediate supervisor or General Manager to the City Manager or Deputy City Manager. IV continued Should the two parties be unable to resolve the grievance under the procedure as set out in the previous Section within fourteen days, the matter or matters shall be settled by submitting same to a Board of Arbitration of three persons, one of whom be appointed by the City and one by the Union, such appointments shall be made within seven days of the failure of the Council of the City and the Union to reach a decision, and the third member shall be appointed within five days by the two members so appointed, and shall be Chairman, Should the members appointed by the parties fail to agree on a Chairman within the said five days, the said Chairman shall be appointed by the Minister of Labour of the Province of British Columbia. The majority decision of the Board shall be and binding on both parties and each party shall bear the expense of their arbitrator and pay half the expenses of the Chairman. The Board shall finally settle such difference or grievance within ten days after the appointment of the Chairman. the event the Board of Arbitration finds that an employee has been dismissed or suspended for other than proper cause, the Board of Arbitration may direct the Employer to reinstate the employee and pay to the employee a sum equal to their wages or salary lost by reason of such suspension or discharge, or such lesser sum as in the opinion of the Board of Arbitration is fair and reasonable or make such other order as it considers fair and reasonable having regard to the terms of the Collective Agreement between the parties. Wherever a stipulated time is mentioned herein, the said time may be extended by mutual consent of the parties. Grievances as defined dealing with dismissal or termination shall start at the City Manager’s or Deputy City Manager’s step in the Grievance procedure. Upon mutual agreement of the parties, the arbitration process set out in above may be taken replaced by a single arbitrator process. An employee shall have the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the right to have a Shop Stxxxxx xr Union representative having jurisdiction directly present when disciplinary action is to be taken (written warnings, suspension, dismissal), Furthermore, such a right is also applicable when an employee is to be subject to a verbal warning which may form part of the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside disciplinary record in the future. However, this clause does not apply to workplace discussions that are of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to an operational or remedial nature which will not form part of the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,disciplinary record.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is 7.01 Should any difference arise between the mutual desire Employer and any of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held employees, or between the Company Employer and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each campUnion, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration application or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above the agreement, an xxxxxxx effort shall be made to settle such difference without undue delay in the following manner: The employee concerned and/or a Union Xxxxxxx or Union Representative may within seven (7) calendar days of the alleged occurrence said to have caused the grievance, take the matter up with the Store Manager who shall give his answer verbally within seven (7) calendar days. The Store Manager, a Union Xxxxxxx or a Union Representative will confirm in writing, that a Stage One meeting had taken place, showing, on a form to be taken supplied by the Union, the date, griever's name, and indicate that a verbal Stage One meeting has been held. This form will be signed by the Store Manager. The Xxxxxxx will sign and date the form immediately upon receiving the Store Manager's decision. If the grievance is not satisfactorily settled, then; STAGE TWO A committee of the Union comprised of not more than two (2) employees of the Employer and/or not more than two (2) Union representatives may, on behalf of the employee, by present the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this proceduregrievance, in writing, will to the Management within seven (7) calendar days after the decision has been received at Stage One, who shall discuss the matter with such committee within ten (10) working days or such other dates as may be disposed of mutually agreed upon by the xxxxxxx in writingparties, and give a written decision not later than seven (7) calendar days after such discussion is concluded. Where If a satisfactory settlement of the grievance has been submitted in writing, is not reached it will may be dealt with as hereinafter provided by arbitration.
7.02 Arbitration - if a grievance is not settled to the satisfaction of either party at Stage Two, then within fifteen (15) calendar days following receipt of the written reply from Stage Two, either party may request that the grievance be submitted to Arbitration as follows:
(a) The Employer and the Union shall endeavour to choose a mutually acceptable Arbitrator who shall hear the arbitration. Should the Employer and the Union fail within five (5) days to agree to an Arbitrator, then an application shall be made to the Ontario Ministry of Labour requesting them to appoint an Arbitrator forthwith.
(b) The Arbitrator so chosen by either of the above methods shall hear evidence of both parties and render his decision within seven (7) days after the completion of taking evidence. It is understood that the Arbitrator has no authority to alter, modify or annul any part of this Agreement. It is further understood that the decision of the Arbitrator shall be final and binding upon both parties.
(c) No person shall be appointed as an Arbitrator who has been involved in writing at the grievance.
7.03 No matter shall be submitted to arbitration which has not been properly carried through all stages thereafterthe required steps of the Grievance Procedure. Failing Only grievances which arise through the interpretation, application or alleged violation of the provisions of this Agreement, shall form the subject of arbitration.
(a) the arbitrator shall not be authorized to make any decisions inconsistent with the provisions of this Agreement, nor to alter, modify or amend any part of this Agreement;
(b) each of the parties will bear the fees of the Arbitrator appointed by them and the fees shall be borne equally by the parties;
(c) if the Arbitrator decides that a satisfactory adjustment within fortydischarge was without just and sufficient cause, the Arbitrator may re-eight instate the employee and may reimburse him for all time lost from the date of discharge up to the date of re-instatement, less any amounts earned by the employee in the interval or by any other arrangement which is just and equitable.
(48d) hours, then,notwithstanding anything contained in this Collective Agreement either party may request the Minister of Labour for Ontario to refer a grievance to a single Arbitrator.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire Any complaint, disagreement or difference of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held opin- ion between the Company and the Union to discuss or the interpretation employees covered by the Agreement, which concerns the application, operation of, or alleged violation of the terms and administration provisions of this Agreement.
8.01 , shall be consid- ered as a grievance. Any employee, the Union or the Company may a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented fourteen (b14) days following the event giving rise to grievance, or within ten days of the last day worked in the case of a dismissal shall be forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party. All grievances except those submitted by the em- ployee to his immediate supervisor and/or Store Manager shall be submitted in writing and shall clearly set forth the matters in dispute. Within seven (7) days thereafter, the Company shall reply in writing. The procedure for adjustment of a grievance by an employee, shall be as follows: By a discussion between the employee, the Xxxxxxx and the employee’s immediate Supervisor and/or Store Manager. Failing a satisfactory settlement and within five (5) days thereafter, the employee may submit a written grievance to the Store Manager. Within the seven (7) days immediately following submission of the written grievance, the Store Manager shall reply in writing and failing a satisfactory settlement, then: The Union Representative or Representatives may take the matter up with the Company official designated to han- dle labour relations matters. If a satisfactory settlement can- not be reached within fifteen (15) days (excluding Satur- day and Sunday) the matter shall be referred to the Arbitra- tion Board as per Article A grievance can be submitted to Arbitration only within twenty-five (25) days from the date of the Company’s Step Two answer. Any unresolved grievance not submitted to Arbitration within five (25) days shall be rendered null and void. It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that under unusual circumstances an employee has no may take his alleged grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor Union. Prior to filing for adjustment outside of working hoursArbitration either party may request Three meeting to discuss the outstanding grievance. The grievance shall A griev- ance can be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment Arbitration only within fortytwenty-eight (48) hours, then,five
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto hereto, that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he/she has given their Xxxxxxx to the supervisor an opportunity to adjust the his/her complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, camp by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the that Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx Woodlands Manager in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx Woodlands Manager will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out. Following ratification of the memorandum of agreement, the parties shall agree to a rotating list of arbitrators to be used in the settlement of the grievances. Any notice of disciplinary action shall be given in writing to the employee with a copy to the Union and all such notices shall be removed from the employee’s record after a period of twenty- four (24) consecutive months from the date of issue.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences difference between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration administration, or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative Representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. No grievance shall be recognized unless this procedure is followed. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxxsupervisor, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx supervisor in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,, Stage 2 - The matter shall be taken up by the Officers of the Local Union and/or their representatives with the Xxxxx Manager of the Company or his/her representatives. Failing a settlement within fifteen (15) days, then, Stage 3 - Either party may, within the following fifteen (15) days, refer the matter to Arbitration. This notice to refer the matter to Arbitration shall be accompanied by the name of that party's nominee. Prior to proceeding to arbitration, either party may request the use of a mutually agreed to Mediator, the costs of whom will be shared equally between the parties. The Company and the Union will adopt a mechanism to provide an agreed upon list of pre-selected arbitrators to be used on a rotational basis for all arbitration cases.
8.05 A grievance arising from a claim by an employee that his/her discharge or suspension by the Company was unjust or contrary to the terms of this Agreement, must be dealt with in writing by both parties, and must be presented to Company not later than ten (10) days after the discharge or suspension becomes effective. Where such an employee's grievance is not processed from the first stage before he/she leaves the operations, it must be processed starting at the third stage of the grievance procedure. In case of discharge, or suspension by the Company, the Company will immediately notify the employee in writing of the reason for such discharge or suspension. A copy of such notice shall be submitted to the Union Xxxxxxx within twenty-four (24) hours. In the event that an employee is found by an Arbitration Board to have been unfairly discharged, or suspended by the Company, the Company agrees that the employee will be reinstated on his/her job under terms and conditions decided by the Arbitration Board.
8.06 Grievances which involve Company policy in respect to interpretation, application, administration, or alleged violation of the Agreement, may be processed commencing at Stage 3 of this Grievance Procedure.
8.07 If the Company has a grievance as defined in Section 8.03 it shall commence at Stage 2 of this grievance procedure by the Xxxxx Manager or his/her representative presenting the matter in writing to the Officers of the Union. Failing satisfactory settlement within seven (7) days, then the matter shall be referred to the President of the Union or his/her representative by the Vice- President in charge of Woodlands of the Company, or his/her representative. Failing settlement within fifteen (15) days, then either party may within the following fifteen (15) days refer the matter to Arbitration.
8.08 In arbitration the Company and the Union shall each select one (1) person; these two shall select a third party who shall act as Chairperson. Either party shall appoint its nominee not later than five (5) days after receipt of written notice of the other party's nomination. The Arbitration Board's decision shall be final and binding on both parties to this agreement. In the event of the failure of the two (2) people selected by the respective parties to select a third party as provided above, they shall ask the provincial Ministry of Labour to appoint a third party.
8.09 It is understood that the function of the Arbitration Board shall be to interpret and apply this Agreement and that it shall deal only with the specific questions as submitted and shall have no power to alter, add to, or amend this Agreement. However, the function of the Arbitration Board shall include the power to consider adjustments to individual job classifications under Section
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto parties, hereto, that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx to his xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) 8.02 The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), ) headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the that Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx Company in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx Company, will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out. The Union Xxxxxxx and Grievance Committee members will attend all meetings in connection with Union/Company business. The Company shall pay the Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee man at his regular or premium rate, which may be proper, for any time spent in connection with 8.02. An employee’s disciplinary record shall be cleared after eighteen (18) months.
(b) 8.03 It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards Xxxxxxx or Union Grievance CommitteeCommitteemen.
8.03 8.04 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences difference between the parties or between the Company and the employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 8.05 Grievances as defined above may be taken in writing, by the employee, by employee or the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction Representative, directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside working hours or during working hours if this does not interfere with the efficient operation of working hoursthe plant. The No grievance shall be presented without undue delayrecognized unless this procedure is followed. Any No grievance submitted shall be considered where the circumstances giving rise to it, or originated or came to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed notice of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,an employee more than fifteen
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is i s the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will w i l l be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) . It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It . I t is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their his Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. his This may be done during working hours.
(a) . The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will w i l l recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will w i l l notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will w i l l acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is i s carried out.
(b) . It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 men. A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 . Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will w i l l be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will w i l l be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-forty- eight (48) hours, then,, STAGE The matter shall be taken up by the Union Grievance and/or the area Vice-president or his designate with the Division Superintendent or his designated representative within ninety- six hours, in writing, on forms to be supplied by the Union. The Division Superintendent shall make a reply in writing within a further ninety- six hours. Failing a satisfactory adjustment, then, STAGE The matter shall be taken up by the Executive Officers of the Local Union and/or their designates with the Production Manager, Operations, of the or his representative. Failing a settlement within seven days, then, STAGE The matter shall be referred to the Resident Manager, Operations, of the or his representative and a Union accompanied by the Union’s President and his National Representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen (15) days, then, STAGE Either party may, within the following fifteen days, refer the matter to arbitration.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the intention of the Company and the Union that by execution of this Agreement industrial peace will be maintained and that the Union and the Company shall cooperate to that end and that work will be done and without interruption. It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that the complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx his xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may The Company and the Union mutually agree that should any grievance arise between the parties to this Agreement as to its interpretation, application or violation, it shall be done during dealt with, without stoppage of work in the following manner: Step The individual employee with a job xxxxxxx of his choice shall first take up the matter with his immediate supervisor within fourteen calendar days of the origin of the grievance. The Supervisor shall reply within working hours.
(a) days. Failing satisfactory adjustment and no later than five working days from the date of which the Supervisor is required to reply then; Step The matter shall be taken up in writing by the same employee and the grievance committee with a higher level of management. Within five working days of receiving the grievance in writing, management must respond in writing. Failing settlement then; The is entitled to be in attendance at all steps of the grievance procedure. If a grievance has not advanced to the next step under Steps 1 or within Five working Either party may, with the following fifteen days after the completion of Step refer the matter to arbitration as provided in the Manitoba Labour Relations Act. The Union shall arrange for promptly notify the election from Company of the personnel of its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee and of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx any change in personnel; and the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, shall notify the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to of the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members officials of the Union Grievance Committee elected and Company referred to herein. work shift without loss of earnings. Where grievances are dealt with outside of regular working hours at the of the Company, the employees engaged in the discussion of the grievance shall be paid at straight time rate of pay for the time so spent. The aggrieved employee employees, providing they are present, shall be considered as participating in the discussion of the grievance. The job xxxxxxx on duty will acknowledge be allowed sufficient time on any shift for the purpose of handling grievances, in writing such instances, he must permission from his supervisor prior to undertaking an assignment. Permission will not be unreasonably withheld. The job xxxxxxx or his shall be employ- ees of the receipt of such noticeDivision where the grievance originated. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either advise the Union Xxxxxxx or in any case where an employee has been discharged. Such advice to be provided at the earliest possible time. In cases where the Union considers it necessary to contest a discharge, the matter shall be dealt with through the provisions of Article Section Step The business agent for the Union shall be entitled to represent and/or assist the Grievance Committee until such time as at any step in the grievance procedure. In the event of any violation of this agreement be- tween a contractor and an employee of a contractor, the matter shall be referred in writing to the grievance procedure at Step If the matter is carried out.
(b) not resolved, the response at Step 1 shall also be in writing. The Company shall be responsible for any violation of the Collective Agreement beyond that point. It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards written response to grievances should include the Stewards or Union Grievance Committeefor denying the grievance.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,
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Samples: Master Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) The Company will and deal with Shop Stewards in work areas and at Company bases determined and appointed by the Union. It is will be the mutual desire responsibility of Shop Stewards to assist in the adjustment of Grievances arising out of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration interpretation, application, or alleged violation of this Agreement.
8.01 . Where an employee feels that there has been a violation or misinterpretation of any part of this Agreement, he, or a Shop Xxxxxxx, or any Officer of the Union on his behalf, will discuss the matter within seven calender days with the Maintenance Manager who will, within twenty-four hours (b) It save Saturday, Sunday and Statutory Holidays), give his decision thereof. Where the decision of the Maintenance Manager is agreed that no grievance unsatisfactory to the employee concerned or to the Union, or failing a decisionbeing received from the Maintenance Manager as required by above, the matter will be reduced to writing within a further seven calender days and submitted to the Vice President of Maintenance who within forty-eight (save Saturday, Sunday and Statutory Holidays), attach his written reply thereto. Failing a reply from the Vice President of Maintenance or where the reply is unsatisfactory to the employee or to the union, the matter will be referred to Arbitration in accordance with below.. Where employees are suspended or discharged, a Shop Xxxxxxx shall be processed which usurps notified before the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It employee leaves his work area. Where the Shop Xxxxxxx is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity unable to adjust affect a settlement if a dispute exists at the complaint. This time, a written Grievance may be done during working hoursfiled directly with the vice President of Maintenance within seven calendar days. Either Party to this Agreement may, within fourteen calender days of the date when the matter was or should have been disposed of in above, notify the other Party in writing of its decision to submit the matter in dispute to Arbitration. Where notice has been given by either Party to refer a matter in dispute to Arbitration, the selection of an Arbitrator shall be made numerically from a List of persons previously agreed to by the Parties. Should the first person named on the List be unable to hear the matter within thirty calender day or such other time as the Parties may agree, the next person named will be selected and so on. .
(a) The Union Arbitrator to hear each case will be the person whose name on the List, which is attached hereto, follows that of the person who heard the previous case. While the List of Arbitrators Will be comprised of those persons agreed upon during collective bargaining, either Party may proposed to add or delete persons from the List at any time. Additions to, or deletions from, the List may only be made by mutual agreement of the Parties. The Arbitrator will make his award as the matter in dispute known to the Parties within thirty calender days of the last hearing and in making such award, shall arrange for not have the election from its working membership at each camppower to amend, by delete from, or add to, any provision of this Agreement. The award so made shall be final and binding upon the members thereinCompany, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3)the Union, headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for and the CommitteeEmployee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an electionmaking awards connected with financial settlement, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It it is agreed that there the Arbitrator shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards remain seized on the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under matter until the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between Parties are satisfied that the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any award so rendered has been fully placed into effect. In hearing disputes arising out of the provisions suspension or dismissal of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above the Arbitrator, where he finds such suspension or dismissal was improper, may be taken by modify the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly penalty. . CLASSIFICATIONS RATES OF PAY The Company agrees to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside pay hourly rates of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, pay and premiums in accordance with this procedure, in writing, the following schedule for all employees hired'at Goose Bay base prior to All other employees will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writingcovered under Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Xxx Xxx Xxx Year Year Year Aircraft Mechanic Year Year Year Avionics Technician Year Year Year Ground Equipment Mechanic Year Year Year $ $ $ . Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,6 $ 1 to 2 Years 2 to 3 Years after 3 Years Traffic/Reservation Agent 6 $ $ 1 to 2 Years 2 to 3 Years after 3 Years Freight Agent to 6 $ $ $ to 2 Years
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Either the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and Company, the Union or any employee has a to discuss the interpretation and administration lodge a grievancewith res to any matter arising out Agreementor concerning interpretation, application or alleged violation of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed . Any employee believing that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood he has been unjustly dealt with or that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement have not been complied with, shall have the right to place such grievancesin the hands of the Union for review and by the Company, if necessary. It is defined understood that the shop stewards have their regular work to perform and that, if necessary to service a grievance during working hours, they will not leave their work without having obtained the permission of the Supervisor,which permission will not be any differences between unreasonably withheld. Such grievancesshall be processed as follows: STEP ONE Between the employee concerned, his Union representative and his The grievance must be filed within ten (10)working after the event giving rise to the grievance occurs and within this period of time it shall be discussed at this Step. The Supervisorshall give an oral decision within five (5) working days, from the date the discussion took place. If the Union wishes to appeal to the next step, the grievance shall be reduced to writing and notice of appeal filed within five (5)working days from the Supervisor's decision. representative, the Supervisor,the Operations Manager and/or their delegates. The discussion at this Step shall be held within seven (7)working days of the date of the appeal. The decisionof the Company at this Step shall be in writing and be made within four (4) working days of the date of the meeting. Should the Union wish to appeal, such notice of appeal must be filed in writing with the Head Office of the Company within one (1) week of the decision of the Company at STEP TWO. Head Office of the Company, which shall have one (1)week to dispose of the grievance.The disposition shall be in writing and returned to the officers of the Union. If considered necessary by the parties, a meeting may be held by the parties or between and may include the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving interested persons. If a meeting is held, the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any decision shall be given to the other party within seven (7) days from the date of the provisions meeting. In the case of this Agreement.
8.04 a dismissal,a grievance may be filed by an employee who feels he was dealt with. Such a grievance must be filed within five (5) working days from the date of dismissal and shall commence at STEP TWO. Grievances concerning rates shall be handled in accord- ance with the above procedure, and the disposition of such grievances, if sustained, shall include the determination of the effective date of the increase, with thereto. The time limits as defined prescribed above may be taken modified by mutual agreement of the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx parties. The Company or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delaymay file grievances com- mencing at STEP TWO. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will involving a group of employees shall be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing filed at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,STEP THREE.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held 6.01 When differences arise between the Company and the Union Association as to discuss the interpretation meaning, application, operation or alleged violation of this agreement, the said differences shall be resolved through the operation of the grievance procedure, but shall only relate to or concern any grievance which has arisen or arises subsequent to the date of this agreement.
6.02 The differences referred to above shall be taken up in the following manner, but not later than five (5) working days after the alleged grievance comes to the notice of the employee concerned.
Step 1: Between the aggrieved employee or employees, with one Association Executive Member/Representative and administration the Xxxxxxx of his Department and the Production or Service Manager as the case may be. If agreement is not reached at Step 1, the grievance shall be submitted in writing at Step 2: Between the Employee or Employees with one Association Executive Member/Representative, and the Production or Service Manager as the case may be, who shall give his decision in writing within three (3) working days. Failing settlement at this step, the grievance will be dealt with as follows at Step 3: Between a designate of the Association Executive and Management’s designate. A written decision will be given by management within three (3) working days.
6.03 If any grievance is not satisfactorily settled under the provisions of Step 3 of the Grievance Procedure then the matter may be referred to a Board of Arbitration under Article 6.09 of this Agreement.
8.01 6.04 Grievances not processed from one step to another within fifteen (b15) It is agreed that no grievance working days shall be processed which usurps the rights of Managementdeemed to be dropped.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust 6.05 Any time limits imposed by the complaint. This Grievance Procedure may be done during working hoursextended by mutual agreement in writing and are to be construed strictly.
(a) 6.06 The Union Association shall arrange for have the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, right to initiate a group grievance or a grievance of a Union Grievance Committee general nature, at Step 3 of three (3)this Article.
6.07 Management shall have the right to initiate a grievance beginning at Step 3 of this Article.
6.08 Any settlement of a grievance reached between the employee and the Company at Step 1 of this Article will be considered applicable to the case in question and not as establishing a precedent for future cases.
6.09 Where a difference arises between the parties relating to the interpretation, headed by application or administration of this Agreement, including any question as to whether a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence matter is arbitrable, or where an allegation is made that this Agreement has been violated, either of the Xxxxxxx parties may, after exhausting the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an electiongrievance procedure established by this Agreement, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx other party in writing as of its desire to submit the names question to arbitration. The parties agree that within ten (10) days of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such noticenotice an arbitrator shall be selected in the manner outlined in ARTICLE 6.10 and the arbitrator jointly advised of his selection. The Company xxxxxxx arbitrator shall not hear and determine the question and shall issue a decision within thirty (30) days and the decision shall be required to recognize either final and binding upon the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outparties and upon any employee affected by it.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the 6.10 The Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation Association agree that the following persons constitute the list of any of the provisions of arbitrators from which will be selected a single arbitrator for each grievance requiring arbitration under this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end pos- sible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx to his xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the Committee. that In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) . It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards toward the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 Committee men or other Union members. T O be eligible for election as Union Xxxxxxx an employee must have established seniority under Section of Article XII. A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences difference between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged administration, o r violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 . Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. No grievance shall be unless this procedure is fol- lowed. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, xxxxxxx in accordance with this procedure, in writing, writing will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx xxxxxxx, in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,, STAGE 2 The matter shall be taken up by the Union Grievance Committee and/or the Union Representative with the District Logging Superintendent within ninety-six hours in writing on forms to be supplied by the Union. The District Superintendent shall make a reply in writing within a further ninety-six hours. Failing a satisfactory adjustment, then, STAGE 3 Within ten days the matter shall be taken officers of the Union and/or their represent- atives with Manager Logging Operations of or his representative. The one exception to this procedure shall be in the special case provided under Section of this Article. In this case the matter may be taken up by the employee himself, or with the knowledge and consent Of the employee, by Union representatives by presenting the case to the Manager Logging Operations or his represent- ative in writing. In either of the above cases the Manager Logging Operations or his representative shall make a reply in writing within seven days. Failing a satisfactory adjustment, then, STAGE 4 The matter shall be referred within fifteen calendar days to the General Manager Forestry Division or his representative and a Union Committee ac- companied by the Union President his representative. Either party may request the presence of the President of the Northern Ontario District Council of I. A. Canada, his representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen days then, STAGE 5 Either party may, within the following fifteen days refer the matter to Arbitration. istry of Labour to appoint a third party. Nothing herein shall prevent the parties from mutually agreeing to a sole arbitrator to arbitrate grievances arising out of discipline discharge. It is understood that the function of the Arbitra- tion Board shall be to interpret and apply this Agreement and that it shall deal only with the specific questions as submitted and shall have no power to alter, add to, amend this Agreement. the function of the Arbitra- tion Board shall include the power to consider adjustments to individual job classifications under Section a n d rates for job classifications under Section and to revise the rates thereof. The Arbitration Board shall have no power to decide questions involving general wage adjust- ments. Saturdays, Sundays, Statutory and legal holidays shall not be included in any time limits in this Article of the Agreement. A grievance arising from a claim by an employee that his discharge or suspension by the Company was unjust or contrary to the terms of this Agreement, must be dealt with in writing by both parties, and must be presented to the Company not later than ten days after the discharge or suspension becomes effective. Where such an employee's grievance is not processed from the first stage before he leaves the camp, it must be processed starting at the third stage of the grievance procedure. In case of discharge, or suspension by the Company, the Company will immediately notify the employee in writing of the reason for such or suspension. A of such notice shall be submitted to the Xxxxxxx twenty-four hours. In the event that an employee is found by an Arbitration Board t o h a v e b e e n unfairly discharged, or suspended by the Company, the' Company agrees that the employee will be reinstated on his job under terms and conditions decided by the Arbitration Board. and expenses of the third member of the Grievances which involve Company policy in respect to the interpretation, application, administration or alleged v i o l a t i o n of the Agreement may be processed commencing at Stage 3 of this grievance procedure. If the Company has a grievance as defined in Section it shall commence at Stage 3 of this grievance procedure by the Manager Logging Operations or his representative presenting the matter in writing to the officers of the Union. Failing satisfactory settlement within seven days, then the matter shall be referred to the President of the Union or his representative by the General Manager Forestry Division, or his representative. Failing a settle- ment within fifteen days, then either party may within the following fifteen days refer the matter to Arbitra- tion. Notwithstanding the above, the time limits estab- lished in this Article may be extended if mutually agreed upon by both parties.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It 6.01 A grievance shall be defined as a complaint in writing alleging a violation of this collective bargaining agreement. The parties to this agreement are agreed that it is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that utmost importance to adjust complaints of employees be adjusted and grievances as quickly as possible.
6.02 No grievance shall be considered where the circumstances giving rise to it occurred or originated more than seven (7) full working days before the filing of the grievance, except a grievance regarding wages, which must be filed within twenty-one (21) working days.
6.03 Grievances properly arising under this agreement shall be adjusted and settled as follows:
Step No. To this end it 1 The aggrieved employee shall present his grievance in writing, on the official union grievance form, to his xxxxxxx or foremen and superintendent together. He shall have the assistance of his xxxxxxx, or any other executive members, if he so desires. If a settlement satisfactory to the employee concerned is agreed that periodic meetings will not reached within five (5) working days, and the grievance is going to be held between advanced to the Company next stage, the grievance shall be presented as follows at any time within five (5) working days thereafter. Step No. 2 – The aggrieved employee shall, accompanied and represented by his xxxxxxx and the Union Grievance Committee, present his grievance in writing to discuss his manager, or his manager and management. Should no settlement satisfactory to the interpretation Union be reached within five (5) working days, and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It the grievance is agreed that no going to be advanced to the next stage, the next step in the grievance procedure shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 taken at any time within five (c5) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaintworking days thereafter. This may be done during working hours.
(a) Step No. 3 – The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three shall meet within five (3)5) working days with the Human Resources Manager to consider the grievance. At this stage, headed they may be accompanied by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act representative to the International Organization if his presence is requested by either party. Saturday, Sunday and statutory holiday will not count as spokesperson for working days.
6.04 If either party is going to initiate a grievance of a general nature against the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an electionother party, the Union Grievance Committee shall initiate a grievance of a general nature and the Company shall initiate a grievance against the Union within fourteen (14) calendar days of the event or occurrence giving rise to the grievance and if such grievance is not settled to the satisfaction of the parties within seven (7) calendar days and the party wishes to advance the grievance, it shall be referred to arbitration in the camp will notify same manner as the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names grievances of an employee.
6.05 If final settlement of the Union Xxxxxxx and grievance is not completed within seven (7) working days after deliberations have commenced under Step 3, the members of grievance is one which concerns the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration interpretation or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by Agreement and the employeeparty wishes to proceed with the grievance, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. referred by either party to Arbitration as provided in Article 7, at any time within fifteen (15) calendar days thereafter.
6.06 Any grievance submitted and all time limits governing the processing of grievances, including arbitration, may be extended upon application by either party in writing to the xxxxxxxother, for such time as may be mutually agreed upon, provided such application is made within the time limits mentioned. Saturday, Sunday or holidays shall not be considered in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by determining the xxxxxxx in writing. Where time limits mentioned herein.
6.07 Should the Union fail to carry out a grievance has within the time limits set out in this Article or agreed upon, the grievance shall be deemed to have been submitted abandoned. Should the Company fail to state its position on a grievance within the time limit set out in writingthis Article or agreed upon, it the grievance shall be deemed to be successful.
6.08 If there should be an accumulation of grievances to be referred to arbitration, then the parties will be dealt endeavour to have one arbitration hearing deal with in writing at all such grievances provided all such grievances have gone through all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight of the grievance procedure at least seven (487) hours, then,calendar days prior to the scheduled hearing of the board.
6.09 The parties agree that they possess arbitration rights pursuant to the
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible18.1. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no A grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that limited to a good faith complaint by an employee that the Employer has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity violated or failed to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of apply correctly a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx specific provision or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement, not excluded from this grievance procedure. This grievance procedure is the exclusive procedure for resolving bargaining unit members’ complaints related to the terms and conditions of employment, provided that nothing in this Agreement limits the ability of a bargaining unit member to pursue statutory employment discrimination, workers’ compensation or unemployment compensation claims.
8.04 18.2. Grievances as defined above shall be handled and processed in accordance with the following procedure:
Step 1. The aggrieved employee shall take the matter up with the immediate supervisor within seven (7) calendar days after the occurrence of the event that underlies the complaint. At the request of either party, a Union representative may be taken present.
Step 2. If a satisfactory adjustment of the dispute is not reached in Step 1 above, the individual grievant and Union representative shall reduce the complaint to writing and present it to the work area supervisor within seven (7) calendar days after the occurrence of the event that underlies the complaint. A meeting will be arranged to discuss the matter with a Union representative within seven (7) calendar days. The individual grievant may be present, if he or she desires, or if requested by either party. If still unsettled, the work area supervisor will give the Employer’s position, in writing to the Union, within seven (7) calendar days after the meeting.
Step 3. If a satisfactory adjustment of the dispute is not reached in Step 2 above, the Union may file a written request, which must be signed by the employeeUnion, to have the grievance referred to the Human Resources Manager or other designee of the Employer within seven (7) calendar days after issuance of the answer of the work area supervisor. A meeting will be arranged to discuss the matter with the Union within seven (7) calendar days. The individual grievant may be present, if he or she desires, or if requested by either party. The Human Resources Manager or other designee will give the Employer’s position in writing to the Union within seven (7) calendar days after the meeting.
Step 4. If the matter shall not have been satisfactorily settled at Step 3 above, and the matter is one subject to arbitration, as provided for in this Agreement, the Union may, within fourteen (14) days after receipt of the answer of the Human Resources Manager or other designee, as referred to in Step 3, demand in writing, signed by the individual grievant or grievants and the Union, to arbitrate the grievance, pursuant to Article 19.
18.3. The failure of the Employer or its designated representative to respond to a grievance or to give the Employer’s position within the time periods provided in this Article shall be regarded as a denial of the grievance in all respects. When the Employer responds in writing, the date of the written response shall begin the period for Union Xxxxxxx or action. If no written response is provided by the Employer, the Union representative having jurisdiction directly can regard the denial as made on the last possible date of the Employer’s response period.
18.4. The time limits in any of the steps to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside above grievance procedure may be extended only by written mutual agreement.
18.5. A grievance settlement shall in no case be made effective before the date on which the grievance was first presented in Step 1 of working hoursthe grievance procedure.
18.6. The Except as provided by this Section, Steps 2 and 4 of the grievance shall procedure must be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted signed by any individual grievant claiming a right to the xxxxxxx, relief in order to be processed in accordance with this grievance procedure. If the grievance involves more than one aggrieved individual, Steps 2 and 4 of the grievance procedure must be signed by either one-third or 10 aggrieved individuals, whichever is less, in writing, will be disposed of by order for any person not signing the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Step 2 and Step 4 documents to receive any monetary relief.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement (Reptron Electronics Inc)
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 Level 1. If the grievance is not resolved through informal discussion, the grievant shall have thirty (a30) It is calendar days from the mutual desire date of the parties hereto that complaints first events on which the grievance is based to file a written grievance with the faculty member’s immediate supervisor. The written grievance should contain the following information: a specific description of employees be adjusted the dispute, the facts giving rise to the dispute, a listing of the article and section of the Agreement violated, a statement as quickly as possibleto how the article and section were violated, the date of the violation, and requested remedy. To this end it The supervisor, or designee, shall meet with the grievant (and his/her Union representative, if so desired) and shall give a written decision on the grievance to the grievant within fourteen (14) work days after receipt of the written grievance or within fourteen (14) work days of the meeting if one is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreementheld, whichever is later.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the CommitteeLevel 2. In the absence event the grievance is not resolved in Level 1, the decision rendered may be appealed to the Xxxx of the Xxxxxxx College in which the Company will recognize a delegated faculty member is appointed, provided such appeal is made in writing within thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of the Grievance Committee as spokespersondecision in Level 1. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where If a grievance has been submitted appealed, the Xxxx or designee shall meet to discuss the grievance. Within fourteen (14) work days after receipt of the appeal or within fourteen (14) work days after the meeting, whichever is later, the Xxxx or designee shall issue a decision to the Union and the grievant(s). Level 3. In the event the grievance is not resolved in writingLevel 2, it will the decision may be dealt with appealed to the Office of the Xxxxxxx or designee in Human Resources provided such appeal is made in writing at all stages thereafterwithin thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of the decision in Level 2. Failing If a satisfactory adjustment grievance has been appealed to Xxxxx 0, as described above, the Xxxxxxx or designee shall meet to hear the grievance. Within fourteen (14) work days after receipt of the appeal or within forty-eight fourteen (4814) hourswork days after the meeting, then,whichever is later, the Xxxxxxx or designee shall issue a decision in writing to the parties involved. Level 4. In the event that the grievance is not resolved in Level 3, the decision can be appealed to arbitration:
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) 17.01 The Company will recognize and deal with Shop Stewards in work areas and at Company bases determined and appointed by the Union. It is will be responsibility of Shop Stewards to assist in the mutual desire adjustment of Grievances arising out of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration interpretation, application, or alleged violation of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that 17.02 Where an employee feels that there has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each campbeen a violation or misinterpretation of any part of this Agreement, by the members thereinhe, of or a Union Grievance Committee of three (3)Shop Xxxxxxx, headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names or any Officer of the Union Xxxxxxx on his behalf, will discuss the matter within seven (7) calendar days with the immediate supervisor who will, within twenty-four (24) hours (save Saturday, Sunday and Statutory Holidays), give his/her decision thereof.
17.03 Where the members decision of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure immediate supervisor is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly unsatisfactory to the employee's employee concerned or to the Union, or, failing a decision being received from the immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall as required by 17.01, 17.02 above, the matter will be presented without undue delay. Any grievance reduced to writing within a further seven (7) calendar days and submitted to the xxxxxxxDepartment Head who will, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hourshours (save Saturday, then,Sunday and Statutory Holidays), attach his written reply thereto.
17.04 Failing a reply from the Department Head or where the reply is unsatisfactory to the employee or to the Union, the matter will be referred to Arbitration in accordance with 17.06 below.
17.05 Where employees are to be suspended or discharged, a Shop Xxxxxxx shall be notified before the employee leaves his work area. Where the Shop Xxxxxxx is unable to affect a settlement - if a dispute exists - at the time, a written Grievance may be filed directly with the Department Head within seven (7) calendar days.
17.06 Either Party to this Agreement may, within fourteen (14) calendar days of the date when the matter was or should have been disposed of in above, notify the other Party in writing of its decision to submit the matter in dispute to Arbitration.
17.07 Where notice has been given by either Party to refer a matter in dispute to Arbitration, the selection of an Arbitrator shall be made numerically from a List of persons previously agreed to by the Parties. Should the first person named on the List be unable to hear the matter within thirty (30) calendar days or such other time as the Parties may agree, the next person named will be selected and so on.
a) The Arbitrator to hear each case will be the person whose name on the List, which is attached hereto, follows that of the person who heard the pervious case.
b) While the List of Arbitrators will be comprised of those persons agreed upon during Collective bargaining, either Party may propose to add or delete persons from the List at any time. Additions to, or deletions from, the List may only be made by mutual agreement of the Parties.
17.08 The Arbitrator will make his award as the matter in dispute known to the Parties within thirty (30) calendar days of the last hearing and in making such award, shall not have the power to amend, delete from, or add to, any provision of this Agreement.
17.09 The award so made shall be final and binding upon the Company, the Union, and the Employee. In making awards connected with financial settlement, it is agreed that the Arbitrator shall remain seized on the matter until the Parties are Satisfied that the award so rendered has been fully placed into effect.
17.10 In hearing disputes arising out of a disciplinary measure, the Arbitrator, where he finds such disciplinary measure was improper, may modify the penalty.
17.11 The Parties to this Agreement will jointly share the fee and expenses of the Arbitrator.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire 10.01 Any complaint, disagreement or difference of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held opinion between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each campUnion, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving Agreement, which concerns the interpretation, application, administration operation or alleged violation of any of the terms and provisions of this Agreement, shall be considered as a grievance.
8.04 Grievances 10.02 Where the Union requires information regarding a grievance dealing with hours of work and/or seniority, the Company shall promptly supply such information in writing to the Union within ten (10) calendar days from the date of the request.
10.03 Any employee, the Union or the Company may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within thirty (30) calendar days following the event giving rise to such grievance shall be forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party.
10.04 All grievances must be submitted in writing by the union representative.
10.05 The procedure for adjustment of grievances shall be as defined above follows: STEP 1: By a discussion between the employee and the Shop Xxxxxxx and/or Union Representative with the Company designate. The General Manager or their designated appointee shall reply to the grievance in writing, to the Union, within seven (7) calendar days. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, or a decision has not been rendered by the company within the time limit, the Union Representative and/or employee may proceed to Step 2. STEP 2: The Union Representative or Representatives may take the matter up with the Company designate designated by the Company to handle Labour Relations matters. If the matter is not taken up within ten (10) calendar days of the date the Union received the written reply to the grievance in Step 1, or a decision has not been rendered by the company within the time limit it shall be deemed to have been abandoned and further recourse to the Grievance Procedure shall be forfeited.
10.06 If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached at Step 2, then upon request of either party within ten (10) calendar days of the Step 2 meeting but not thereafter, the matter may then be referred to an Arbitrator selected in accordance with Article 11.
10.07 The Company and the Union agree that at any time prior to the hearing date for an arbitration they may voluntarily agree to use a mutually acceptable mediator in their attempts to resolve the grievance. It is expressly understood and agreed between the parties that any such mediator has no authority or powers under the terms of the Collective Agreement to impose or require the parties to accept their suggested settlement to the matter in dispute. All expenses and fees that may be taken incurred by such mediator shall be borne equally by the employee, Company and the Union.
10.08 It is understood and agreed by the Union Xxxxxxx or and the Company that the time limits specified in the various steps of the above grievance procedure may only be extended by mutual agreement between the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to and the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Company.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx to his xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) 8.02 The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), ) headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the that Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx Company in writing writing, as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected elected, and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge Company shall acknowledge, in writing writing, the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out. Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee members may be allowed time off during his working hours at a time acceptable to the Company in connection with Union/Company business, provided that it does not interfere with the efficiency of operation. The Company shall pay the Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee members at his regular or premium rate, whichever may be proper for any time spent in connection with 8.02 (excluding negotiations of Collective Agreements).
(b) 8.03 It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards Xxxxxxx or Union Grievance CommitteeCommittee members.
8.03 8.04 A grievance grievance, under the provisions of this Agreement Agreement, is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and the employees covered by this Agreement agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances 8.05 Grievances, as defined above above, may be taken in writing by the employee, by employee or the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction Representative directly to the employee's employees’ immediate supervisor for adjustment outside working hours or during working hours if this does not interfere with the efficiency of working hoursthe Company’s operations. The No grievance shall be presented without undue delayrecognized unless this procedure is followed. No grievance shall be considered where the circumstances giving rise to it originated or came to the notice of an employee more than fifteen (15) days before the filing of the grievance. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, immediate supervisor in accordance with this procedure, procedure in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx immediate supervisor in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, writing it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hourstwo working days, then,
8.06 In arbitration, the Company and the Union shall each select one person; these two shall select a third party who shall act as Chairman. Either party shall appoint its nominee not later than five days after written notice of the other party’s nomination. The Arbitration Board’s decision shall be final and binding on both parties to this agreement. In the event of the failure of the two persons selected by the respective parties to select a third party as provided above, they shall ask the Provincial Minister of Labour to appoint a third party. Nothing herein shall prevent the parties from mutually agreeing to a sole arbitrator to arbitrate grievances arising out of discipline or discharge.
8.07 It is understood that the function of the Arbitration Board shall be to interpret and apply this agreement and that it shall deal only with the specific questions as submitted and shall have no power to alter, add to, or amend this agreement. However, the function of the Arbitration Board shall include the power to consider adjustments to individual job classification rates under Articles 4.02 and 4.03. The Arbitration Board shall have no power to decide questions involving general wage adjustments.
8.08 Saturdays, Sundays, Statutory and Legal Holidays shall not be included in any time limits in this Article of the agreement and time limits provided may be amended by mutual agreement of the parties.
8.09 A grievance arising from a claim by an employee that his discharge or suspension by the Company was unjust or contrary to the terms of this agreement, must be dealt with in writing by both parties and must be presented to the Company not later than fifteen days after the discharge or suspension becomes effective. In cases of discharge or suspension by the Company, the Company will notify forthwith the employee and the Xxxxxxx in writing of the reasons for such discharge or suspension. A grievance hereunder shall be lodged at Stage 2 of the grievance procedure.
8.10 Each party to this agreement shall pay all expenses of the member of the Arbitration Board selected by it or by the Minister of Labour, and shall share equally in the fees and expenses of the third member of the Board.
8.11 If the Company has a grievance as defined in Article 8.04, it shall commence at Stage 3 of the grievance procedure by the Manager of the Company or his Representative presenting the matter in writing to the President of the Union or his Representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen days then either party may, within the following fifteen days, refer the matter to arbitration.
8.12 If the Union has a grievance as defined in Article 8.04, it shall be known as a policy grievance and shall commence at Stage 3 of the grievance procedure by the President of the Union or his Representative presenting the matter in writing to the Manager of the Company or his Representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen days then either party may, within the following fifteen days, refer the matter to arbitration. Where mutually agreed and prior to arbitration, the parties will share equally in the cost of a mediator, whose decision shall be binding. The parties will mutually agree to a list of mediators. If the parties cannot agree to the mediation process, the terms of the Collective Agreement shall apply.
8.13 An employee’s disciplinary record shall be cleared for disciplinary purposes after a period of eighteen (18) months.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held 10.01 Any differences arising between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and any of the employees covered by this Agreement involving Agreement, respecting the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of this Agreement, including any question as to whether a matter is arbitrable shall be dealt with in accordance with the provisions of this Article 10.
10.02 Discharge or discipline without just cause of an employee who has attained seniority may be the subject of a grievance and dealt with in accordance with the grievance procedure.
10.03 In the exercise of its rights to discharge for cause, the Company agrees that no employee who has attained seniority shall be peremptorily discharged, but that in all instances in which the Company may conclude that an employee’s conduct may justify discharge, he shall be suspended for discharge for a period of five (5) working days and shall be considered discharged at the end of that period unless the suspension is revoked during such period. During such period of suspension, the suspension for discharge shall be discussed with representatives of the Union. If a grievance is filed, it may be presented at the step prior to arbitration within five (5) working days following the discussion of such discharge with the Union representative.
10.04 In the event it shall be decided by the Company or by the arbitrators that an injustice has been dealt, the suspended for discharge or discharged employee who has attained seniority, the Company shall reinstate such employee upon such conditions and with or without Compensation at the employee’s base hourly rate of pay for the time lost as agreed upon between the Company and the Union or as determined by the arbitrators under Article 10 of this agreement.
10.05 The parties agree that it is desirable that any complaints or grievances must be processed as quickly as possible as set out in this Agreement.
10.06 Any employee who believes that this Agreement has been violated with respect to him, shall discuss his complaint with his supervisor with or without his Xxxxxxx and/or Committeeman being present as the employee may elect. Should a grievance arise after the employee has discussed his complaint with his supervisor it must be processed in the following manner within ten (10) working days of the event or within ten (10) working days from the time that the employee should have known of the event upon which the grievance is based.
(a) First step-The grievance shall be presented in writing to the immediate supervisor. It shall be dated, signed by the employee concerned and his xxxxxxx. It shall contain such information and facts as may be of aid to the Company and the Union in arriving at a fair prompt and informed decision. The immediate supervisor shall answer the grievance, in writing, and return it to the Union within three (3) working days of receipt of the grievance.
(b) Second Step-To be accepted at the second step, the grievance shall be presented, in writing, to the Departmental Superintendent within three (3) working days of receipt of the immediate supervisors answer. The Superintendent shall discuss the grievance with the appropriate Union representatives and shall answer the grievance, in writing, and return it to the Union within ten (10) working days of receipt of the grievance.
(c) Step Three- To be accepted at the third step the grievance shall be presented in writing to the Manager, Human Resources within seven (7) working days of receipt of the Departmental Superintendent’s answer. The Manager, Human Resources will arrange a monthly meeting with the Vice President and General Manager and the appropriate Union representatives to discuss the grievances. The Vice President and General Manager or his designate shall answer the grievance in writing and return it to the Union within ten (10) working days from the scheduled monthly meeting.
10.08 The Company shall reimburse Union Representatives for time lost due to necessary attendance at grievance meetings at the representatives hourly rate as follows: Step Two: To a maximum of two (2) Step Three: To a maximum of three (3)
10.09 The Union may within ten (10) working days after the third step decision give written notice to the Company that it intends to submit the matter to arbitration, proposing arbitrators. Within ten (10) working days after receiving such notice, the Company shall reply in writing to the Union confirming agreement to an arbitrator of proposing alternates. The Company and the Union shall within ten (10) working days, agree to an arbitrator and if they fail to do so, either party may apply to the Minister of Labour of the Province of Ontario to appoint an arbitrator to hear the grievance. The arbitrator so selected shall promptly hear the grievance and shall promptly render a decision thereon which may be retroactive to the date that the grievance was first presented and shall be final and binding. The expense of the arbitrator shall be borne equally by the Union and the Company. The jurisdiction of the arbitrator shall be limited to differences which are grievable under this grievance procedure. The arbitrator shall have no jurisdiction to add to, vary, alter, extend or waive the application of any of the provisions of this Agreement, or to give any decision or award in violation of or in conflict with any of the provisions of this Agreement. No person shall be appointed as a representative who has participated in prior efforts to settle the grievance to be arbitrated.
8.04 Grievances as defined above 10.10 The Company and the Union will honour requests for reasonable delay in processing grievances. However, should no request for delay be made by either party, and no answer be given within the specified time, the grievance may be taken presented at the next step. Should no request for delay be made and the grievance not presented at the next step within the prescribed time limits, the grievance shall be considered as having been dropped. Time limits referred to in the Grievance procedure shall not include Saturdays, Sundays, Statutory Holidays, as provided in this Agreement, or plant shutdown.
10.11 Wherever an official of the Company or Union is designated by title, it is understood to include provision for any designated representative that may be appointed by the employeeCompany or Union to act as an alternate.
10.12 It is agreed that the number of steps in the Grievance Procedure shall remain constant during the term of this Agreement despite possible changes in designated Company titles.
10.13 Such Officers, by Directors, Stewards, or appointees of the Union Xxxxxxx or Union, who are employees actively on payroll of the Union representative having jurisdiction Company, shall be permitted time off with pay as may reasonably be required for the following purposes:
(a) First: To attend such meetings with the Company representatives as are hereinbefore provided pertaining to matters relating to the Agreement, and,
10.15 (b) Second: To transact with the Company’s representatives at reasonable times legitimate business relating directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside matters covered by this Agreement after notice to and permission obtained from their supervisor.
10.16 Whenever the Company is of working hours. The grievance the opinion that it is desirable to hold a meeting with reference to matters covered in this Agreement, the Company may do so and call the Officers, Directors, Stewards, and any other Officials, representatives or appointees of the Union with authority to act or such employees as may be deemed necessary and in such event shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to pay employees in attendance at their base hourly rate.
10.17 If any complaint by the xxxxxxx, Company discussed in accordance with paragraph 10.16 is not settled to the mutual satisfaction of the conferring parties, the Company shall present its grievance in writing to the Union within seven (7) working days. The Union will submit its reply within seven (7) working days and if no satisfactory settlement is reached, then the Company may within ten (10) working days give notice to the Union that it intends to submit the matter to arbitration, naming its arbitrator and the arbitration procedure as outlined in paragraph 10.09 shall be followed.
10.18 The Company and the Union recognize that the provisions in the grievance procedure of this procedureAgreement are adequate for the settlement of all differences that may arise out of any matter covered by this Agreement. The Union, in writingtherefore, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, agrees that it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing not promote or authorize a satisfactory adjustment within fortystrike, walkout, slowdown or work stoppage as a result of any such difference, and the Company agrees that it will not authorize any lock-eight (48) hours, then,out of employees so long as this Agreement continues to operate.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) 23.01 It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of the employees shall be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end , and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee may present an oral complaint at any time, with or without recourse to the grievance procedure herein.
23.02 A grievance shall be defined as a complaint regarding the interpretation, application, or alleged violation of the terms and provisions of this Agreement, or in the case of an employee who has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hoursacquired seniority under this Agreement, a complaint that he has been discharged or disciplined without just cause.
(a) The Union word "days" as used in this article shall arrange for the election from its mean working membership at each campdays, by the members thereinother than Saturdays, of Sundays or a Union Grievance Committee of three (3)general holiday as referred to in Article 11, headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outGeneral Holidays.
(b) The discussion and decision made on each grievance shall be limited to the matter specified in the written grievance at Step 1.
23.04 Grievances shall be processed in the following manner and sequence:
Step 1: The Union, or an employee, who may be accompanied by a Xxxxxxx, shall submit a signed, dated written statement of such grievance (on a form supplied by the Union) to the Branch Manager within fifteen (15) working days of the
Step 2: The employee shall, with the assistance of the Xxxxxxx or the Union Representative, forward the written grievance to the Senior Human Resources Representative within ten (10) days from the date the Branch Manager issued or was required to issue their answer in writing. The Union may request a meeting with the Senior Human Resources Representative. The Senior Human Resources Representative may arrange a meeting with the Union Representative and the grievor to discuss the grievance, or they may deliver their decision in writing within ten (10) days following the date on which the grievance was presented to them.
23.05 It is the intention of the parties that this article shall provide a peaceful method of adjusting grievances, therefore, it is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised suspension or interruption of normal operations as a result of any grievance. It is expressly understood that an employee who has a complaint or grievance shall follow the procedures as outlined in any manner towards this Article, and pending the Stewards investigation and determination of the validity of such claim shall continue to perform the duties assigned to them by management (unless the employee has been suspended or Union Grievance Committeedischarged), providing such duties do not jeopardize the life, health or safety of the employee.
8.03 A 23.06 Any step of the grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to procedure may be any differences between the parties or waived by mutual agreement in writing between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any Union.
23.07 If final settlement of the provisions grievance is not reached at Step 2 then the grievance may be referred in writing by either party to arbitration as provided in Article 24, at any time within ten (10) days after the final decision is given in Step 2. If no such written request for arbitration is received within the ten (10) day time limit then the grievance will be deemed to have been abandoned.
23.08 Any complaint or grievance which is not commenced or processed through the next stage of the grievance procedure, including reference to arbitration within the time specified, shall be deemed to have been dropped and considered to have been settled on the basis of the Company's reply to the grievance. However, time limits specified in the grievance procedure may be extended by mutual agreement in writing between the Company and the Union. If no written answer has been given to the grievance within the time limits specified, the employee shall be entitled to submit the grievance to the next stage including arbitration.
23.09 The parties expressly agree that this article does not apply in the case of the discharge for any reason whatsoever of a probationary employee as defined in Article 5 of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by 23.10 Decisions arrived at between the employeeCompany, by the employee and the Union Xxxxxxx or on the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside disposition of working hours. The any specific grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any final and binding upon the Company, the Union and the employee or employees concerned.
23.11 Either party shall have the right to lodge a policy grievance submitted with the Company concerning the meaning, application, or alleged violation of the provision(s) of this Agreement, and in such case the policy grievance shall be initially filed at Step 2 of the Grievance Procedure within twenty (20) days of the event giving rise to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,policy grievance.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Should any dispute, controversy, grievance or difference arise as to the mutual desire meaning, application or operation of any provision of this Agreement or of working conditions, the parties hereto that complaints of employees same shall be adjusted treated as quickly a grievance and every reasonable effort shall be made to settle such grievance in the following manner:
STEP 1: The Union shall present the grievance to the employee’s supervisor as possibledesignated by the Company or his/her alternate. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings The grievance will be held between the Company processed and a decision rendered within three (3) working days of initial presentation by the Union to discuss the interpretation employee’s supervisor unless the time period is extended by mutual consent. If a grievance is not presented within fifteen (15) working days of the event giving rise to the grievance, the grievance will be considered null and administration of this Agreementvoid.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) STEP 2: The Union shall arrange for may next present in writing an appeal to the election from its Department level. If the grievance is not appealed to this level within fifteen (15) working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence days of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an electionStep 1 decision, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp grievance will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx be considered null and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hoursvoid. The grievance shall be presented without undue delayprocessed and a decision rendered within ten (10) working days of appeal by the Union unless the time period is extended by mutual consent. Any grievance submitted If the Company’s decision at Step 2 is not appealed to the xxxxxxxDirector of Labor Relations or his/her designated alternate, in accordance with this procedurewithin fifteen (15) working days, in writing, the grievance will be disposed considered withdrawn.
STEP 3: The Union may next present in writing an appeal for adjustment to the Director of Labor Relations or his/her designated alternate. The Director of Labor Relations will hold a hearing on the grievance where the Grievant will be represented by the xxxxxxx in writingUnion. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it Xxxxxxxxxx appealed to the Director of Labor Relations or his/her alternate will be dealt with processed and a decision rendered within twenty (20) working days of receipt of appeal unless the time period is extended by mutual consent. If the Company’s decision at Step 3 is not appealed to arbitration within fifteen (15) working days, the grievance may not be arbitrated. Notification of appeal shall be in writing at all stages thereafterSteps 2 and 3 and shall set forth the act or occurrence grieved, the name or names of employees aggrieved where practical, the contract provision alleged to have been violated, if any, and the remedy requested. Failing The specification of addi- tional contract provisions alleged to have been violated may be made in subsequent appeals up to the third step of the grievance procedure. Within five (5) calendar days of the date the answer is given at Step 2 and Step 3 of the grievance procedure, the Company will furnish to the Union a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,written statement confirming its position.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration The purpose of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It Article is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights to establish procedure for discussion and prompt settlement of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as grievances related to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx application and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any interpretation of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above . The Union may select a Union Grievance Committee composed of one Committeeman for each twenty-five (25) regular bargaining unit employees. The Union shall immediately advise the Company in writing of the names of those selected and of any chan- ges that may occur. Not more than two Grievance Committeemen may act on the Union Grievance Com- mittee at Step No. and not more than three (3) at Step No. of the Grievance Procedure. It is the purpose of this Article to settle com- plaints promptly and no grievance will be taken processed if the event or circumstances on which it is based oc- curred or originated more than seven (7) days prior to the time the grievance is first presented in writing except in the event of a suspension. In the event of a suspension no grievance will be processed unless pre- sented within five (5) days of the return to work of the employee who was suspended. Any employee who believes that the Agree- ment has been violated with respect to him shall dis- cuss his complaint with his Xxxxxxx, accompanied by a Grievance Committeeman, if he so desires, and there shall be no deduction from their pay for time spent in such discussion. Recognizing the importance of full discussion between the Xxxxxxx and the em- ployee in clearing up misunderstandings and preserving harmonious relations, every effort shall be made at this point to settle the complaint. Should the employee feel that his complaint has not been satisfactorily re- solved after he has discussed it with his Xxxxxxx, he may request and shall receive from his Xxxxxxx a signed “Record of Complaint” form in duplicate. No earlier than twenty-four (24) hours following re- ceipt by the employeeemployee of the “Record of Complaint” form, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly his complaint may become a grievance and be presented to the aggrieved employee's immediate supervisor for ’s Department Head in writing, clearly stating the violation being al- leged and the adjustment outside of working hoursrequested. The A grievance shall be presented without undue delayon a form provided by the Company and shall be signed by the aggrieved employee and by a Grievance Committeeman along with a copy of the “Record of Complaint” form. Any grievance submitted The Department Head andlor his representatives shall meet with the Grievance Com- mitteeman within five (5) days following receipt of the grievance. If the circumstances so warrant, the Xxxxxxx the may be present. The Department Head’s decision shall be given in writ- ing and a copy thereof returned to the xxxxxxxGrievance Com- mitteeman within seventy-two (72) hours after the Step No. meeting. If no appeal is taken from the Depart- ment Head’s decision within the time limit set forth below, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will the grievance shall be disposed considered settled on the basis of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Department Head’s decision.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is 22.01 Any complaint, disagreement or difference of opinion between the mutual desire Division and the Union, or the employees covered by this Agreement, which concerns the interpretation, application, operation or alleged violation of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company terms and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration provisions of this Agreement, shall be considered as a grievance.
8.01 22.02 Where the Union requires information regarding a grievance dealing with hours of work and/or seniority, the Division shall promptly supply such information in writing to the Union within ten (b10) calendar days from the date of the request.
22.03 Any employee, the Union or the Division may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fifteen (15) working days following the event giving rise to such grievance shall be forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party. It is agreed that no grievance more than five (5) working days shall be processed which usurps the rights of Managementcounted during each calendar week.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may 22.04 All grievances must be done during working hourssubmitted in writing.
(a) 22.05 The Union procedure for adjustment of grievances shall arrange for be as follows: STEP 1: By a discussion between the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx employee and the members of the Shop Xxxxxxx and/or Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to Representative with the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hoursor his or her designate. The grievance immediate supervisor or his or her designate shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted reply to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, grievance in writing, will be disposed of to the Union, within five (5) days. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, the Union Representative and/or employee may proceed to Step 2. STEP 2: The Union Representative or Representatives may take the matter up with the Division official designated by the xxxxxxx Division to handle Labour Relations matters. If the matter is not taken up within ten (10) days of the date the Union received the written reply to the grievance in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writingStep 1, it will shall be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing deemed to have been abandoned and further recourse to the Grievance Procedure shall be forfeited.
22.06 If a satisfactory adjustment settlement cannot be reached, then upon request of either party within forty-eight fourteen (4814) hourscalendar days of receiving the final written decision from either party but not thereafter, then,the matter may then be referred to an arbitrator selected in
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) 7.01 It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held any complaint or cause for dissatisfaction arising between the employee and their employer or between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as with respect to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration interpretation or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this AgreementAgreement will be adjusted as quickly as possible without undue delay or work stoppage, or lock-out.
8.04 Grievances as defined above 7.02 It is generally understood that an employee has no complaint or grievance until he directly or through the Union, has first given his immediate supervisor an opportunity to adjust the complaint.
7.03 If, after registering the complaint with the immediate supervisor, such complaint is not settled within seven (7) calendar days, or within any longer periods which may have been agreed to by the parties, then the steps of the Grievance Procedure may be taken by invoked in the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly following manner:
STEP 1 – All grievances must be presented to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted or to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this proceduresomeone else designated by him, in writing, within fourteen calendar (14) days of the alleged violation. The immediate supervisor or his appointee will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted give his reply in writing, it within seven (7) calendar days of the receipt of the grievance.
STEP 2 If the matter is not settled in Step One, the grievance will then be submitted, in writing, to the General Manager or his appointee within seven (7) calendar days of the receipt of the answer from the Company’s representative in Step One, and a meeting of the Company and the Union will be dealt held as soon as possible to deal with the grievance. At such a meeting, a shop Xxxxxxx, and the International Representative of the Union may attend for the Union and any Company representatives deemed necessary may attend for the Company. The General Manager, or his designate, will render a decision in writing at all stages thereafterto the Union within seven (7) calendar days after the said meeting.
STEP 3 If the grievance is not settled by Step Two, within fourteen (14) calendar days of the receipt of the reply by the Company or its appointee, the Union may notify the other party in writing of their desire to submit this grievance to arbitration. Failing The parties will attempt to agree on the arbitrator, but if they will not be able to agree within thirty (30) calendar days, then either party may refer the appointment of the arbitrator to the Minister of Labour, within a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight further thirty (4830) hoursdays. The arbitrator’s decision will be binding upon the parties and will be rendered 30 days after closing submissions are made. It is understood and agreed that the arbitrator has no authority to alter, then,modify or annul any part of this Agreement. Each party will pay one half of the fees and expenses of the arbitrator. The arbitrator will have the right, in his decision, to reinstate an employee with or without compensation and to award damages.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 Section 1. A grievance is defined as a dispute an Employee or the Union may have with the Employer concerning the interpretation, application or violation of the express terms of this Agreement by the Employer, should an Employee or the Union have a grievance, it shall be adjusted in the following manner: An Employee or the Union may, however, grieve the action of the Director, beginning at Step 2. All bargaining unit Employees shall have the right to meet and adjust his/her individual complaint with the Employer. An aggrieved Employee shall have the right to a Union Representative appointed by the Union at all steps of the Grievance Procedure.
Step 1. An Employee who claims a grievance shall present such grievance in writing to his/her supervisor within fifteen (a15) It working days after the occurrence upon which the grievance is based. The Supervisor shall give his written answer to the grievance within ten (10) working days after the grievance was presented to him. The grievance shall be signed by the aggrieved Employee and the Xxxxxxx, and shall specifically state the facts and the section of this Agreement alleged to have been violated.
Step 2. If the grievance is not settled in Step 1, it may be appealed by the Employee and his/her Xxxxxxx or the Union within fifteen (15) working days after the answer of the Supervisor. The Director or his/her designated representative will meet with the appropriate Union Representative at a mutually agreed upon location, time and date (with or without the aggrieved Employee) and attempt to resolve the grievance. The Director or his/her designated representative shall give his/her answer in writing to the Employee and Xxxxxxx within fifteen (15) working days after the date of the grievance meeting.
Step 3. If the grievance is not settled in Step 2, it may be appealed to the Sheriff or designee by the Employee and his/her Xxxxxxx or the Union within fifteen (15) working days after the answer of the Director. The Sheriff or designee will meet with the appropriate Union Representative at a mutually agreed upon location, time and date (with or without the aggrieved Employee) and attempt to resolve the grievance. The Sheriff or designee shall give his/her answer in writing to the Employee and Xxxxxxx within fifteen (15) working days after the date of the grievance meeting.
Step 4. If the grievance is not settled in Step 3, it may be appealed to arbitration by the Union by written notice of a request for arbitration, submitted to the Director within thirty (30) calendar days after the receipt of the Employer's Step 3 answer. Said written notice shall be signed by a representative of the Union, and shall state the specific section of this Agreement which is alleged to have been violated. When a timely request has been made for arbitration, within ten (10) working days of the Employer's receipt of the arbitration notice, the parties shall jointly request the Iowa Public Employment Relations Board to submit a list of five (5) arbitrators. If the panel submitted by the Public Employment Relations Board is unacceptable to either party, then either party may request, one (1) time per party, a different panel of arbitrators from the Public Employment Relations Board. Upon receipt of the list, the parties' designated representative shall determine by lot the order of elimination, and thereafter each shall, in order, alternatively strike a name from the list, and the fifth and remaining person shall act as the arbitrator.
Section 2. The failure by the Employer to reply within the applicable times specified above shall be deemed a denial of grievance which may then be appealed to the next step.
Section 3. Grievances may be investigated, processed, and presented by a Xxxxxxx during working hours within reasonable time limits without loss of pay, provided at least twenty-four (24) hour notice is given and the work load permits. The Employer's determination as to work load shall be subject to arbitration only to the extent that the Employer's action is shown to be an attempt to frustrate the grievance procedure, discrimination between or among Employees, or to harass or coerce the Union.
Section 4. The parties may mutually agree to extend any of the above time frames commencing with Step 2.
Section 5. The Grievance Form is furnished by the Union and is the mutual desire only valid allowable grievance form.
Section 6. Settlement of grievance may or may not be retroactive as the equities of particular cases may demand. In any case, where it is determined that the award should be applied retroactively, the maximum period of retroactivity allowed shall be a date not earlier than one (1) year prior to the date of initiation of the parties hereto that complaints written grievance in Step 1.
Section 7. The grievance procedure set out above shall be exclusive and shall replace any other grievance procedure for adjustment of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between any disputes arising from the Company application and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaintSection 8. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an electionFor informational purposes only, the Union Grievance Committee in shall provide the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to Employer with a written list setting forth the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such noticegrievance representatives. The Company xxxxxxx Employer shall not be required supply the local Union with a list of supervisors to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outcontact on grievance matters.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,
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Samples: Labor Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto hereto, that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that , an employee has no grievance until they have he has first given their Xxxxxxx the Xxxxxxx, or his Representative, an opportunity to adjust his complaint, an employee must be hired and have clearly made known to him the complaint. This may be done during working hoursname of the Xxxxxxx or the Xxxxxxx'x representative before commencing work.
(a) The Where possible, the Union shall arrange for the election election, from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of up to three (3), headed by a one of whom shall be the Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson and spokesman for the that Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in at the camp will notify the xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, in writing writing, as to the names name of the Union Xxxxxxx and the Committee members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx will acknowledge acknowledge, in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize recognise either the Union Xxxxxxx or of the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there . There shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A Committee members. -A grievance under the provisions Provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences difference including the degree or extent of disciplinary action between the parties or between any one of the Company employees and employees his Employer covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration administration, or alleged violation of any of the provisions Provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may . Stage 1 Complaints of employees must first be taken by the employeeemployee himself directly to the Xxxxxxx and/or his representative for adjustment without undue delay but, in any event, not more than thirty days immediately following the occurrence or event giving rise to the complaint. It is understood that an employee may, if he so desires, be accompanied by the Union Xxxxxxx or and/or representatives. If the complaint is not adjusted satisfactorily within three days, the matter becomes a grievance and must be taken up at Stage No employee's grievance will be until the Xxxxxxx has first has an opportunity to settle the complaint, providing the employee remains employed under the same Xxxxxxx. If the employee is no longer employed under the same Xxxxxxx, the grievance may be taken up commencing at Stage Stage 2 The matter shall be taken up by the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to Committee and/or Union Representative with the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to Employer concerned in cases where the xxxxxxxEmployer is a Contractor, and, in accordance other cases, with this procedurethe Chief Forester or his representative as the case may be, within three days from the end of the three day period in Stage in writing, will on forms to be disposed of supplied by the xxxxxxx in writingUnion. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with with, in writing writing, at all stages thereafter. The Employer or Chief Forester or his representative shall make a in writing, and, failing a satisfactory adjustment within three days, then: Stage 3 In case of a Contractor, either party may, within the following fifteen days, refer the matter to Arbitration. In other cases, the matter shall be referred to the Xxxxx Manager or his representative, within three days from the end of the decision period in Stage Failing a satisfactory adjustment in such other cases within forty-eight (48) hoursfour days, then,: Stage The matter shall be referred to the General Manager or his representative, within three days and failing a satisfactory adjustment within fifteen days, then: Stage Either party may, within the following fifteen refer the matter to Arbitration. Failure of the or the Union to process a grievance to the next step in the Grievance Procedure within the time limit specified shall not be deemed to have prejudiced the Union on any future similar grievance. The Employer will notify the Local Union Secretary, in writing, at the time of discharge or suspension of an employee, giving the reasons for such discharge or suspension. A grievance arising from a claim of unjust discharge or suspension may be processed beginning at Stage 3 of the Grievance Procedure, in writing, not later than six days after receipt of notification. Where it has been finally established by an Arbitration Board that an employee has been improperly discharged or suspended, he shall be reinstated in his former job without loss of seniority, and the consideration of his grievance shall include the determination of the extent, if any, to which he shall be compensated for lost and reimbursement for the premium cost of any health and welfare coverage currently in effect. Arbitration will in no way award redress exceeding that which the employee would have earned in the Company's employ had he not been improperly discharged or suspended. the Union has a grievance as defined in Section it shall commence at Stage 3 of the Grievance Procedure. In Arbitration, the Employer and the Union shall each select one member, these two shall select a third party who shall act as Chairman. Either party shall appoint its nominee not later than five days after receipt of written notice of the name of the other party's nominee and shall forthwith inform the other party of the name of the nominee. The Arbitration Board's decision shall be final and binding on both parties to this Agreement, In the event of the failure of the two members selected by respective parties to select a third party as provided above, within ten days, they shall ask the Provincial Minister of Manpower and Industrial Relations to appoint a third and such appointee shall be accepted by both parties as Chairman. If the party to who notice is given fails to select an arbitrator within the period of five days after receiving the notice, the Provincial Minister of Manpower and Industrial Relations shall, on the request of either party, name an arbitrator on behalf of the party who failed to select an arbitrator. The Arbitration Board shall file their decision with parties within fifteen days of the hearing. It is understood that the function of the Arbitration Board shall be to interpret and apply this Agreement, and that it shall deal only with the specific questions as submitted and shall have no power to alter, add to, or amend this Agreement, except arbitrations under Article Each party to this Agreement shall pay all expenses of the member of the Arbitration Board selected by it or by the Provincial Minister of Manpower and Industrial Relations, and shall share equally in the fees and expenses of the third member of the Board. The decision of the majority of the members of the Arbitration Board shall be the decision of the Board and if there is no majority decision, the decision of the Chairman shall be the decision of the Board. Time limits specified in this Article may be extended by mutual consent of the parties, or by mutual consent of the respective nominees to an Arbitration Board. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays specified in Article shall not be included in any time limits of this Article.
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Samples: Thinning Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints Section 1. Should any employee or group of employees consider that he, she or they have a grievance, work shall not be adjusted suspended but an xxxxxxx effort shall be made to settle such grievances as quickly as possibleherein provided. To Grievances, within the meaning of this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss Article, shall consist of disputes about working conditions, about the interpretation and administration application of particular clauses of this Agreement to a particular employee or group of employees, and about all alleged violations of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no . No grievance shall be processed entitled to consideration unless it is filed by the end of the seventh working day following the day upon which usurps occurred the rights event out of Management.which the grievance arose except for the following events which have special time limits for filing:
8.01 (c) It is generally understood Section 2. In the event that an employee is suspended for misconduct or is discharged and who feels an injustice has no been done them, they may immediately present the written grievance until provided in the second step of the Grievance Procedure in Section 1 of this Article. If it should be decided in the course of the procedure provided in said Section that the discharge or suspension was unjust, the Company shall reinstate the discharged or suspended employee with the matter of whether the employee receives pay for time lost or the amount thereof to be determined by the parties or the Arbitrator, as the case may be. The Company will notify an officer of the Union or the Chairperson of the Grievance Committee in writing as promptly as practical but not later than the end of the working day following the day upon which such employee is suspended or discharged. No such grievance shall be considered if not filed by the end of the fifth working day following the day upon which such employee is suspended or discharged. The discharged employee must be present in person at the meeting held to consider their case under the second step or the discharge becomes final.
Section 3. An employee who is laid off and asserts that their lay-off was in violation of the provisions of this Agreement shall have recourse to the Grievance Procedure provided in Section 1 of this Article, and if the matter shall be determined in favor of such employee, they have given shall be reimbursed at their Xxxxxxx regular rate of pay for time lost on account of such layoff less any monies earned by them at other occupations during the time lost.
Section 4. Any individual employee who feels aggrieved about the refusal of the Company to permit him/her to return to work or who feels aggrieved about the discontinuance of his/her Sickness and Accident Weekly Insurance Benefits or sick leave status following an opportunity examination by a physician designated by the Company or insurance carrier shall be permitted to adjust present the complaintmatter as a grievance. This may Such grievances shall be done during working hours.presented in writing directly to the fourth step of the grievance procedure. Such grievance shall be arbitrated pursuant to the following special procedure:
(a) The Union shall arrange employee will present him/herself for the election from its working membership examination promptly at each camp, a time designated by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed Company physician or by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson physician designated for this purpose by the CommitteeCompany. In If the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall grievance is not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.satisfactorily adjusted then,
(b) It is agreed that there The employee will present him/herself for examination promptly at a time designated by a physician who shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between selected by the Company physician and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee’s physician who is in disagreement. The medical opinion of such impartial physician, after examination of the employee and consultation of the other physicians involved, shall decide the dispute. The Company and the Union shall share the fees and expenses of such impartial physician equally. In such disputes involving Sickness & Accident Weekly Benefits, the Company will request the insurance carrier to continue Sickness & Accident Weekly Benefits, if available, during the period of time required to resolve the dispute and will also request continuation of such benefits, if available, in the event the impartial physician gives his medical opinion that the employee is disabled so as to prevent his/her working. Any employee who feels aggrieved about any other processing of an insurance claim by the Union Xxxxxxx or insurance carrier shall be permitted to present the Union representative having jurisdiction matter directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside second step of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Grievance Procedure.
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Samples: Labor Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Either the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and Employer, the Union or any employee has a right to discuss lodge a grievance with respect to any matter arising out of this Agreement or concerning the interpretation and administration interpre- tation, application or alleged violation of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed . Any employee believing that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood he has been unjustly dealt with, or that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined have not be complied with, shall have the right to be any differences between place such grievances in the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any hands of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken Union, for review and adjustment by the employee, by Employer if necessary. Such grievances shall be processed as follows: Step Within seven working days after the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly event giving rise to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of grievance occurs, the employee and his store xxxxxxx shall discuss the grievance with the Store Manager. The Manager shall give an oral answer to the grievance within four working hoursdays. Failing settlement; Step The grievance shall be presented without undue delayreduced to writing and discussed between the Union Representative, the Store Manager and/or the Regional Manager. Any grievance submitted This discussion shall be held within seven working days of the decision at Step The Store Manager and/or Regional Manager will give an answer in writing to the xxxxxxx, grievance within four working days of the date of the meeting. Failing settlement; step The grievance shall be reduced to writing and forwarded to the Head Office of the Employer within one week of the decision at Step which shall have one week to dispose of the grievance. The decision shall be in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed writing and sent to the offices of the Union. If considered necessary by the xxxxxxx in writingparties, a meeting may be held by the parties and may include the interested persons. Where If a meeting is held, the decision shall be given to the other party seven days from the date of the meeting. In the case of a discharge, a grievance has been submitted in writingmay be filed by an employee who feels he was unjustly dealt with. Such a grievance must be filed within four working days from the date of dismissal, it will and shall commence at Step In any subsequent disposal of this case during the Grievance Procedure, the Employer may reinstate the employee with full back pay, suspend the employee for a definite period, or sustain the discharge, if mutually agreed to by the parties to this Agreement. Grievances concerning rates shall commence at Step 2 of the Grievance Procedure and the disposition of such grievances, if sustained, shall include the determi- nation of the effective date of the increase with retroac- tivity thereto. The Employer or the Union may file grievances commencing at Step 2 or Step The time limits as prescribed above may be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,modified by mutual agreement of the parties.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Either the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and Company, the Union or any employee has a right to discuss lodge a grievance respect to any matter arising out of this Agreement concerning the interpretation and administration application or alleged violation of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed . Any employee believing that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood he has been unjustly dealt with or that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement have not been complied with, shall have the right to place such grievance in the hands of the Union for review and adjustment by the Company, if necessary. It is defined understood that the Shop Stewards have their regular work to perform and that, if necessary to service grievance during working hours, they will not leave their work without obtaining the permission of Supervisor which permission will not be any differences between unreasonably withheld. Such grievances shall be processed as follows: STEP ONE: Between the parties or between employee concerned, his Union Representative and the Supervisor. The grievance must be filed within ten (10) working days after the event giving rise to the grievance occurs and within this period of time, it shall be discussed at this Step. The Supervisor shall give an oral decision within five (5) working days from the date the discussion took place. If the Union wishes to appeal to the next Step, the grievance shall be reduced to writing and notice of appeal filed within five (5) working days from the date of the decision of the Supervisor. STEP TWO: Between the employee concerned, the Union Representative, the Supervisor and/or their delegates. The discussion at this Step shall be held within seven (7) working days of the date of the appeal. The decision of the Company at this Step shall be in writing and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any be made within four (4) working days of the provisions date of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by meeting. Should the Union Xxxxxxx or wish to appeal, such notice of appeal must be filed in writing with the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to Divisional Manager within one (1) week of the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside decision of working hoursthe Company at STEP TWO. STEP THREE: The grievance shall be presented without undue delayforwarded to the Human Resources Manager or his delegate, who shall have one (1) week to dispose of the grievance. The disposition shall be in writing and returned to the Officers the Union. If considered necessary by the parties, a meeting may be held by the parties arid may include the interested persons. If a meeting is held, the decision shall be given to the other party within seven (7) days from the date the meeting. In the case of a dismissal, a grievance may be filed by an employee who feels he was unjustly dealt with. Such a grievance must be filed within five (5) working days from the date of dismissal and commence at STEP THREE. Grievances concerning rates shall be handled in accordance with the above procedure and the disposition of such grievances, if sustained, shall include the determination of the effective date of the increase with retroactivity thereto. The Company or the Union may file grievances commencing at STEP THREE. If an Arbitration Board finds that the Company or the Union has violated the Collective Agreement, it shall have the power to award compensation to the Company or the Union or any employee affected by the violation. The time limits as prescribed above may be modified by mutual agreement of parties in writing only. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will involving a group of employees shall be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing filed at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,STEP THREE.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 A grievance, as such term is herein above defined in Section 2 of Article V, shall be presented and adjusted in the following manner:
Step 1: The employee shall discuss his grievance orally with his immediate supervisor within the building to which a/he is assigned, and such supervisor shall communicate his decision orally to the employee within two (a2) It is working days after such discussion. This step shall be omitted in the mutual desire case of any grievance as defined by Section 2(a) of Article V, and, rather, the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps filed, in writing, directly with the rights Director of ManagementSchool Food Services and shall next be appealed to the Superintendent of Schools. If, in the opinion of the Director of School Food Services, the grievance is defined by Section 2(b) of Article V, rather than by Section 2(a) thereof, the employee shall be notified in writing to this effect, within five (5) days after the grievance has been filed, and, also, the employee shall be informed of his right to initiate his grievance beginning with Step I of this procedure.
8.01 Step 2: If the grievance is not settled under Step 1, the aggrieved employee or Local 1358 may, within five (c5) It is generally understood that an working days after receiving the oral decision of the employee’s immediate supervisor restate the grievance in writing and submit the same to the Director of Food Services. Said Director of Food Services shall, within five (5) working days after the receipt by her of such written statement of the grievance discuss the same with the aggrieved employee and the representative of Local 1358. The Director of School Food Services shall render her decision and communicate the same, in writing, to the employee involved within three (3) working days following the aforesaid conference.
Step 3: If the grievance has no not been satisfactorily disposed of under Step 2, the aggrieved employee or Local 1358 may, within five (5) working days after the receipt of the answer of the Director of Food Services, appeal from the decision of the Director of Food Services by forwarding the grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity in writing, to adjust the complaintSuperintendent of Schools with a request for a formal hearing. This may The Superintendent of Schools, or upon his direction, the Deputy Superintendent of Schools for Administration and Finance, shall conduct a hearing within five (5) working days of the receipt of such appeal. The Superintendent of Schools, or his authorized representative, shall render a decision, in writing; to the aggrieved employee within three (3) working days after the conclusion of this hearing.
Step 4: If the grievance has not been settled under the preceding three steps of the Grievance Procedure set forth in this Section 3, then such unresolved grievance shall be done during working hours.further processed as follows:
(a) The Union shall arrange for If the election from its grievance involves a dispute between an employee and his supervisors arising out of an exercise of administrative discretion by such supervisor or supervisors, the aggrieved employee may, within five (5) working membership at each camp, by days of the members thereinreceipt, of the decision of the Superintendent of Schools or his authorized representative, request that all recommendations and facts in the case be referred, for adjudication, to a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Review Committee. In Said Review Committee shall be selected annually and shall consist of two (2) employees in the absence bargaining unit covered by this Agreement, two (2) members of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated School Committee, and one
(1) member of the Grievance administrative staff. The Review Committee as spokespersonshall, within fifteen (15) days after the holding of such hearing, issue its decision on the question of whether the exercise of administrative discretion by the supervisor or supervisors involved, was reasonable or unreasonable. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance The Review Committee hearing grievances of this type shall have no authority to alter or amend in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names any way general policies of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outSchool Committee.
(b1) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards If the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A unresolved grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any involves a question of the meaning, interpretation or application of, or compliance with the terms or provisions of this Agreement, such grievance may be submitted to arbitration. Local 1358 may initiate arbitration by filing with the Deputy Superintendent of Schools for Administration and Finance and the American Arbitration Association a written request for arbitration, such written notice to be served within sixty (60) days after the denial of the grievance at Step 3 of the grievance procedure set forth in this Section 3. The arbitrator shall be appointed by the American Arbitration Association and the arbitration shall be conducted in accordance with the Voluntary Labor Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by (2) It is understood and agreed that the employee, by Arbitrator shall have no right or power to add to or subtract from or to change the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside terms of working hoursthis Agreement. The grievance Arbitrator shall be presented without undue delaypower or authority to make any decision which requires the commission of any act prohibited by any law, ordinance, or by- law, or which is volatile of the terms of this Agreement. Any grievance The decision of the Arbitrator shall be submitted to the xxxxxxxSchool Committee and to Local 1358, in accordance with this procedureand subject to law, in writing, will shall be disposed final and binding.
(3) Each party shall bear the expenses of preparing and presenting its own case. The fee and expenses of the Arbitrator shall be borne equally by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,School Committee and Local 1358.
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Samples: Food Service Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx to his supervisor an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) 8.02 The Union shall arrange for the election or temporary appointment from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three six (36), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who which shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, include the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx. The Company shall be notified in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such noticeXxxxxxx. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards Xxxxxxx or Union Grievance CommitteeCommittee Members.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may above, between employees and the company, shall be taken by the employeeemployee himself, by or together with the Union Xxxxxxx or the and/or Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside adjustment. It is agreed that such meetings will not interrupt the normal operations. An employee’s disciplinary record shall be cleared for disciplinary purposes after a period of working hourseighteen (18) months. No grievance shall be recognized unless the employee concerned follows this procedure. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxxemployee's immediate supervisor, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx supervisor in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight two (482) hoursdays of submission of the grievance, then,, Stage 2 The matter shall be taken up by the Union Grievance Committee and/or Union Representative with the Mill Operations Manager or his representative within four (4) days in writing on forms to be supplied by the Union. The Company shall make a reply in writing, within a further four (4) days. Failing a settlement, then, Stage 3 Either party may, within fifteen (15) days of the Stage 2 reply, refer the matter to arbitration. This notice of intent to proceed to arbitration shall be accompanied by the name of that party's nominee. Prior to proceeding to Arbitration, either party may request the use of a mutually agreed to Mediator, the costs of whom will be shared equally between the parties. The Company and the Union will adopt a mechanism to provide an agreed upon list of pre-selected arbitrators to be used on a rotational basis for all arbitration cases.
8.05 The Board of Arbitration shall be composed of three (3) members; one (1) appointed by the Company, one (1) by the Union, and the two (2) so appointed shall select the third, who shall be Chairman. Either party shall appoint its nominee not later than five (5) days after receipt of written notice of the other party's nominee. If the Company and the Union nominees are unable to agree upon the selection of a Chairman within fifteen (15) days, then the Ontario Ministry of Labour shall be requested to name the Chairman. The Arbitration Board shall convene, and render a decision. Such decision shall be final and binding on both parties to this Agreement.
8.06 It is understood that the function of the Arbitration Board shall be to interpret this Agreement, and that it shall deal only with the specific questions as submitted and shall have no power to alter, add to, or amend this Agreement. However, the function of the Arbitration Board shall include the power to consider adjustments to individual job classifications under Section 4.02 and rates for job classifications under Section 4.03 and to revise the rates therefore. The Arbitration Board shall have no power to decide questions involving general wage adjustments.
8.07 Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays shall not be included in any time limits in this Article of the Agreement.
8.08 A grievance arising from a claim by an employee that his discharge or suspension by the Company was unjust or contrary to the terms of this Agreement, must be dealt with in writing, by both parties and must be presented to the Company not later than ten (10) days after the discharge or suspension became effective. Where such an employee's grievance is not processed from the first stage before he leaves the Mill or Yard it must be processed starting at the second stage of the grievance procedure. In case of discharge or suspension by the Company, the Company will notify the employee, in writing, of the reason for such discharge or suspension. In the event that an employee is found by an Arbitration Board to have been unfairly discharged or suspended by the Company, the Company agrees that the employee will be reinstated on his job under terms and conditions decided by the Arbitration Board.
8.09 Each party to this agreement shall pay all expenses and the fee of its nominee and shall share equally the fees and expenses of the Chairman of the Board.
8.10 Grievances which involved Company policy in respect to interpretation, application, administration, or alleged violation of the Agreement, may be processed commencing at Stage I of this Grievance Procedure.
8.11 If the Company has a grievance as defined in Section 8.03, it shall commence at Stage I of this Grievance Procedure by the Mill Operations Manager or his representative presenting the matter in writing to the Officers of the Union. Failing satisfactory settlement within seven (7) days, then the matter shall be referred to the President of the Union or his representative by the General Manager of the Company or his representative at Stage II. Failing a settlement within fifteen (15) days, then either party may within the following fifteen (15) days refer the matter to Arbitration.
8.12 The foregoing time limits may be altered by mutual agreement between the parties.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is 10.01 The Company and the mutual desire of the parties hereto Union agree that complaints of employees grievances shall be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between possible in the Company manner set out herein and without suspension, interruption or disruption of the Union to discuss normal operations of the interpretation and administration of this AgreementCompany.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance 10.02 A "grievance" shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of mean a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving dispute concerning the interpretation, application, administration application or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement. The Company, the Union or an employee may present a grievance.
8.04 Grievances as defined above 10.03 All employees have the right to express to management any complaint they may have concerning any matter related to their work or general welfare.
10.04 No employee shall have a grievance until he, or a Shop Xxxxxxx or a Union Representative on his behalf, has first given his immediate supervisor the opportunity to settle the complaint.
10.05 If such informal discussion does not result in a satisfactory adjustment of the employee's complaint, an xxxxxxx effort shall be taken made to settle the grievance in the following manner: STEP 1 The grievance shall be submitted in writing to the Director of Operations or his designate within fifteen (15) working days immediately following the event or circumstance giving rise to the grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fifteen (15) working days shall be forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party. The Director of Operations or his designate shall reply to the grievance in writing within five (5) calendar days of receipt of the written grievance. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, or if the Director of Operations or his designate has failed to reply in writing within the five (5) calendar days, then the employee, by the Union Shop Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly Representative may proceed to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hoursStep 2. The grievance nature of the grievance, the article or articles of this Agreement alleged to have been violated and the remedy sought shall all be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to clearly set out in the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,grievance.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held 5.01 Any difference between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration any of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing employees as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above Agreement shall hereinafter be called a "grievance". An xxxxxxx effort shall be made without undue delay to settle any complaint or grievance, which may arise between the Company and the Union or an employee. Sundays, Saturdays, and holidays shall not be counted in determining the time within which any action is to be taken under the provisions of this Article. The time limits set out for any stage in the grievance procedure may be taken extended by mutual agreement. The Company and Union agree that there shall be one Xxxxxxx for every thirty (30) employees. If an employee (or employees) has a complaint he shall present it verbally to his immediate Supervisor within seven (7) days after the employeeincident occurred, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly ought to have come to the employee's attention of the employee(s) concerned. If the complaint is not settled to the satisfaction of the employee (or employees) within three (3) days then the grievance may proceed to Stage One. It is understood that an employee has no grievance until he has first given his immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hoursSupervisor an opportunity to resolve the complaint. The A grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in the following manner:
5.02 Stage One - If within 3 days from the time when the complaint was presented to the Supervisor a decision satisfactory to the employee is not given, the Xxxxxxx in conjunction with the employee may within 3 days after the decision of the Supervisor (or designee) has been or should have been given, submit the complaint to Stage One of the grievance procedure. The employee (or employees), together with the Xxxxxxx, shall present such grievance to the Supervisor or designee in writing. The information on this form shall not prejudice the Union's position with respect to subsequent submissions or representations regarding such grievance at this stage. The Supervisor or his designee shall, when so notified, establish a date for a Stage One hearing. The date of the hearing shall not be more than 5 days from the date the Supervisor received the first Stage grievance, unless mutually agreed upon. At the meeting, the employee, accompanied by the case Xxxxxxx, shall present the grievance statement and shall set out the nature of the grievance, the remedy sought and any applicable section or provision of this Agreement, provided that failure to properly identify such section or provision shall not prejudice the determination of the grievance on its merits. The Supervisor shall give to the employee, the case Xxxxxxx, and International Staff Representative his decision in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,7 days from the date of the Stage One hearing.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held Any difference between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration any of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing employees as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any xxxxx- tion of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may Agreement shall hereinafter be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hourscalled a "grievance". The grievance An xxxxxxx effort shall be presented made to settle such dif- ferences without undue delay. Any Sundays, Saturdays, and holidays shall not be counted in determining the time within which any action is to be taken under the provisions of this Article. The time limits set out for any stage in the grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will procedure may be disposed of extended by the xxxxxxx in writingmutual agreement. Where a A grievance has been submitted in writing, it will shall be dealt with in the follow- ing manner: Stage One The aggrieved employee may within a reasonable period from the time such grievance arose present his grievance orally or in writing to the designated manage- ment representative. In presenting such griev- ance and receiving any answer thereto he may, if he desires, be accompanied and rep- resented a xxxxxxx designated by the Local Union from the Area of the to handle such grievance at all stages thereafterthis stage. Failing Stage One of the grievance procedure may be waived by mutual agreement of the or the xxxxxxx if one has been designated, and the designated management representa- tive at Stage One if such grievance pertains to Two to the Labour Relations Supervisor The information on this form shall not prejudice the Union’s position with respect to subsequent submissions or representations regarding such grievance at this stage. The Labour Relations Supervisor shall, when so notified, establish a satisfactory adjustment date for a Stage Two hearing. The date of the hearing shall not be more than days from the date the Labour Relations Supervisor was advised of the employee’s intent to process the grievance to Stage Two, unless mutually agreed upon. At the meeting, the employee, accompanied by the Area Grievance Committeeman and the case Xxxxxxx, shall present the grievance statement, which shall be in writing and shall set out the nature of the grievance, the remedy sought and any applicable section or provi- sion of this Agreement, provided that failure to properly identify such section or provision shall not prejudice the determination of the grievance on its merits. The management rep- resentative shall give to the employee, the case Xxxxxxx, and the Area Grievance Committeeman his decision in writing within forty-eight (48) hours, then,days from the date of the Stage Two hearing.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire 10.01 Any complaint, disagreement or difference of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held opinion between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each campUnion, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving Agreement, which concerns the interpretation, application, administration operation or alleged violation of any of the terms and provisions of this Agreement, shall be considered as a grievance.
8.04 Grievances 10.02 Where the Union requires information regarding a grievance dealing with hours of work and/or seniority, the Company shall promptly supply such information in writing to the Union within ten (10) calendar days from the date of the request.
10.03 Any employee, the Union or the Company may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within thirty (30) calendar days following the event giving rise to such grievance shall be forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party.
10.04 All grievances must be submitted in writing by the union representative.
10.05 The procedure for adjustment of grievances shall be as defined above follows: STEP 1: By a discussion between the employee and the Shop Xxxxxxx and/or Union Representative with the Company designate. The General Manager or their designated appointee shall reply to the grievance in writing, to the Union, within seven (7) calendar days. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, or a decision has not been rendered by the company within the time limit, the Union Representative and/or employee may proceed to Step 2. STEP 2: The Union Representative or Representatives may take the matter up with the Company designate designated by the Company to handle Labour Relations matters. If the matter is not taken up within ten (10) calendar days of the date the Union received the written reply to the grievance in Step 1, or a decision has not been rendered by the company within the time limit it shall be deemed to have been abandoned and further recourse to the Grievance Procedure shall be forfeited.
10.06 If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached at Step 2, then upon request of either party within ten (10) calendar days of the Step 2 meeting but not thereafter, the matter may then be referred to an Arbitrator selected in accordance with Article 11.
10.07 The Company and the Union agree that at any time prior to the hearing date for an arbitration they may voluntarily agree to use a mutually acceptable mediator in their attempts to resolve the grievance. It is expressly understood and agreed between the parties that any such mediator has no authority or powers under the terms of the Collective Agreement to impose or require the parties to accept their suggested settlement to the matter in dispute. All expenses and fees that may be taken incurred by such mediator shall be borne equally by the employeeCompany and the Union. Unless otherwise mutually agreed to between the Company and the Union, this procedure may only be used in situations where grievance mediation services are not available through provincial legislation.
10.08 It is understood and agreed by the Union Xxxxxxx or and the Company that the time limits specified in the various steps of the above grievance procedure may only be extended by mutual agreement between the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to and the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,Company.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto hereto, that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx to his xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the that Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no not discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance CommitteeCommittee men.
(c) Any notice of disciplinary action shall be given in writing to the employee with a copy to the Union and all such notices shall be removed from the employee's record after a period of 24 consecutive months from the date of issue.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or difference between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration administration, or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative Representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. No grievance shall be recognized unless this procedure is followed. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxxXxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,eight
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 Level 1. If the grievance is not resolved through informal discussion, the grievant shall have twenty-five (a25) It business days from the date after the Union knew or should reasonably have discovered the events on which the grievance is based to file a written grievance with the mutual desire faculty member’s immediate supervisor. The written grievance should contain the following information: a specific description of the parties hereto that complaints dispute, the facts giving rise to the dispute, a listing of employees be adjusted the article and section of the Agreement violated, a statement as quickly as possibleto how the article and section were violated, the date of the violation, and requested remedy. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between The supervisor shall meet with the Company grievant (and up to two (2) Union representatives, if so desired by the grievant) and shall give a written decision on the grievance to the grievant within fourteen (14) business days. If the Union and University (the Parties) both agree in writing, the Parties may elect not to have a meeting, and the Union supervisor shall give a written decision on the grievance to discuss the interpretation and administration grievant within fourteen (14) business days of this Agreementthe decision to not hold the meeting.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the CommitteeLevel 2. In the absence event the grievance is not resolved in Level 1, the decision rendered may be appealed to the Xxxx of the Xxxxxxx College in which the Company will recognize a delegated faculty member is appointed, provided such appeal is made in writing within twenty-five (25) business days after receipt of the Grievance Committee as spokespersondecision in Level 1. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where If a grievance has been submitted appealed, the Xxxx or Associate Xxxx shall meet to discuss the grievance. Within fourteen (14) business days after the meeting, the Xxxx or Associate Xxxx shall issue a decision to the Union and the grievant(s). If the Union and University (the Parties) both agree in writing, it will the Parties may elect not to have a meeting, and the Xxxx of the College or Associate Xxxx shall give a written decision on the grievance to the grievant within fourteen (14) business days of the decision to not hold the meeting.
Level 3. In the event the grievance is not resolved in Level 2, the decision may be dealt with appealed to the Office of the Xxxxxxx or the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs (VCHA), based on the reporting line of the College and submitted to the designee in the Office of UIC Human Resources, provided such appeal is made in writing at all stages thereafterwithin twenty-five (25) business days after receipt of the decision in Level 2. Failing If a satisfactory adjustment grievance has been appealed to Level 3, as described above, the Xxxxxxx, VCHA, or a designee from the Xxxxxxx’x or VCHA’s office and a representative from Labor and Employee Relations shall meet to hear the grievance. Within fourteen (14) business days after the meeting, the Xxxxxxx, VCHA, or designee, shall issue a decision in writing to the Parties involved. If the Union and University (the Parties) both agree in writing, the Parties may elect not to have a meeting, and the Xxxxxxx or VCHA designee shall give a written decision on the grievance to the grievant within forty-eight fourteen (4814) hoursbusiness days of the decision to not hold the meeting.
Level 4. In the event that the grievance is not resolved in Level 3, then,the decision can be appealed to arbitration:
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx to his xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) 8.02 The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), ) headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the that Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx Company in writing writing, as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected elected, and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge Company shall acknowledge, in writing writing, the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out. Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee members may be allowed time off during his working hours at a time acceptable to the Company in connection with Union/Company business, provided that it does not interfere with the efficiency of operation. The Company shall pay the Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee members at his regular or premium rate, whichever may be proper for any time spent in connection with 8.02 (excluding negotiations of Collective Agreements).
(b) 8.03 It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards Xxxxxxx or Union Grievance CommitteeCommittee members.
8.03 8.04 A grievance grievance, under the provisions of this Agreement Agreement, is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and the employees covered by this Agreement agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances 8.05 Grievances, as defined above above, may be taken in writing by the employee, by employee or the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction Representative directly to the employee's employees’ immediate supervisor for adjustment outside working hours or during working hours if this does not interfere with the efficiency of working hoursthe Company’s operations. The No grievance shall be presented without undue delayrecognized unless this procedure is followed. No grievance shall be considered where the circumstances giving rise to it originated or came to the notice of an employee more than fifteen (15) days before the filing of the grievance. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, immediate supervisor in accordance with this procedure, procedure in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx immediate supervisor in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, writing it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight two working days, then, seven (487) hoursdays, then,
8.06 In arbitration, the Company and the Union shall each select one person; these two shall select a third party who shall act as Chairman. Either party shall appoint its nominee not later than five days after written notice of the other party’s nomination. The Arbitration Board’s decision shall be final and binding on both parties to this agreement. In the event of the failure of the two persons selected by the respective parties to select a third party as provided above, they shall ask the Provincial Minister of Labour to appoint a third party. Nothing herein shall prevent the parties from mutually agreeing to a sole arbitrator to arbitrate grievances.
8.07 It is understood that the function of the Arbitration Board shall be to interpret and apply this agreement and that it shall deal only with the specific questions as submitted and shall have no power to alter, add to, or amend this agreement. However, the function of the Arbitration Board shall include the power to consider adjustments to individual job classification rates under Articles 4.02 and 4.03. The Arbitration Board shall have no power to decide questions involving general wage adjustments.
8.08 Saturdays, Sundays, Statutory and Legal Holidays shall not be included in any time limits in this Article of the agreement and time limits provided may be amended by mutual agreement of the parties.
8.09 A grievance arising from a claim by an employee that his discharge or suspension by the Company was unjust or contrary to the terms of this agreement, must be dealt with in writing by both parties and must be presented to the Company not later than fifteen days after the discharge or suspension becomes effective. In cases of discharge or suspension by the Company, the Company will notify forthwith the employee and the Xxxxxxx in writing of the reasons for such discharge or suspension. A grievance hereunder shall be lodged at Stage 2 of the grievance procedure.
8.10 Each party to this agreement shall pay all expenses of the member of the Arbitration Board selected by it or by the Minister of Labour, and shall share equally in the fees and expenses of the third member of the Board.
8.11 If the Company has a grievance as defined in Article 8.04, it shall commence at Stage 3 of the grievance procedure by the Manager of the Company or his Representative presenting the matter in writing to the President of the Union or his Representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen days then either party may, within the following fifteen days, refer the matter to arbitration.
8.12 If the Union has a grievance as defined in Article 8.04, it shall be known as a policy grievance and shall commence at Stage 3 of the grievance procedure by the President of the Union or his Representative presenting the matter in writing to the Manager of the Company or his Representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen days then either party may, within the following fifteen days, refer the matter to arbitration. Where mutually agreed and prior to arbitration, the parties will share equally in the cost of a mediator, whose decision shall be binding. The parties will mutually agree to a list of mediators. If the parties cannot agree to the mediation process, the terms of the Collective Agreement shall apply.
8.13 An employee’s disciplinary record shall be cleared for disciplinary purposes after a period of eighteen (18) months.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 The parties agree that in the handling and adjustment of grievances the following procedures will be followed:
STEP 1 - A grievance must be initiated in writing within thirty (a30) It is days from the mutual desire date of the parties hereto that complaints first occurrence, by the employee or authorized Union Representative to the immediate supervisor of employees be adjusted as quickly as possiblethe aggrieved. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between Within seven (7) days from the Company and date of notification, the Union responsible First Line supervisor of the aggrieved shall convene a meeting to discuss the interpretation and administration grievance. The supervisors shall render a joint decision within seven (7) calendar days following the adjournment of this Agreementthe meeting.
8.01 STEP 2 - If the grievance is not settled in Step 1, the Union shall have ten (b10) It is agreed that no days to appeal the grievance in writing to the General Manager or his/her designee. From the date of the appeal the Local Union President and the General Manager or his/her designee, shall be processed which usurps meet within fifteen (15) days. The General Manager or his/her designee shall give the rights of ManagementLocal Union President an answer in writing ten (10) days from their meeting.
8.01 STEP 3 - If the grievance is not settled in Step 2, the Union shall have fifteen (c15) It days to appeal the grievance in writing to the Labor Relations representative or his/her designee. From the date of the appeal the International Union Representative and the next level of management and/or the Labor Relations representative of his/her designee, shall meet within fifteen (15) days. The Labor Relations representative or his/her designee shall give the International Union Representative an answer in writing ten (10) days from their meeting. If the grievance is generally understood that not settled in Step 3 the Union will have forty-five (45) days to notify the Company of their intent to arbitrate.
A. After an employee or employees have presented a grievance to the Union for settlement and a Union representative has informed the Company that the Union represents that employee or employees, the Company will not discuss or adjust such grievances with said employee or employees, unless the aggrieved employee or employees initiate a request that the Company discuss and adjust such grievance directly with him or them, but in no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx event shall an adjustment be made unless a Union representative is afforded an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hourspresent at such adjustment.
B. Discharge or lay-off cases, if grieved by the Union, shall be instituted at the second (a2nd) step of the grievance procedure. The Union shall arrange for Grievance must be reduced to writing and submitted within thirty (30) days after the election from its working membership at each campdate of discharge or lay-off.
C. 1. The parties may, by mutual agreement, extend the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of limits on any of the provisions foregoing steps of this Agreementthe grievance procedure.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 Level 1. If the grievance is not resolved through informal discussion, the grievant shall have thirty (a30) It is calendar days from the mutual desire date of the parties hereto that complaints first events on which the grievance is based to file a written grievance with the faculty member’s immediate supervisor. The written grievance should contain the following information: a specific description of employees be adjusted the dispute, the facts giving rise to the dispute, a listing of the article and section of the Agreement violated, a statement as quickly as possibleto how the article and section were violated, the date of the violation, and requested remedy. To this end it The supervisor, or designee, shall meet with the grievant (and their Union representative, if so desired) and shall give a written decision on the grievance to the grievant within fourteen (14) work days after receipt of the written grievance or within fourteen (14) work days of the meeting if one is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreementheld, whichever is later.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the CommitteeLevel 2. In the absence event the grievance is not resolved in Level 1, the decision rendered may be appealed to the Xxxx of the Xxxxxxx College in which the Company will recognize a delegated faculty member is appointed, provided such appeal is made in writing within thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of the Grievance Committee as spokespersondecision in Level 1. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where If a grievance has been submitted appealed, the Xxxx or designee shall meet to discuss the grievance. Within fourteen (14) work days after receipt of the appeal or within fourteen (14) work days after the meeting, whichever is later, the Xxxx or designee shall issue a decision to the Union and the grievant(s). Level 3. In the event the grievance is not resolved in writingLevel 2, it will the decision may be dealt with appealed to the Office of the Xxxxxxx or designee in Human Resources provided such appeal is made in writing at all stages thereafterwithin thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of the decision in Level 2. Failing If a satisfactory adjustment grievance has been appealed to Xxxxx 0, as described above, the Xxxxxxx or designee shall meet to hear the grievance. Within fourteen (14) work days after receipt of the appeal or within forty-eight fourteen (4814) hourswork days after the meeting, then,whichever is later, the Xxxxxxx or designee shall issue a decision in writing to the parties involved. Level 4. In the event that the grievance is not resolved in Level 3, the decision can be appealed to arbitration:
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Employees are able to adjust an alleged grievance informally between the mutual desire employee, their Union xxxxxxx and the appropriate supervisor. Any aggrieved employee may be represented prior to Step 1 of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, procedure by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed themselves or by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act xxxxxxx selected or approved by the Union. Such informal efforts to resolve the grievance will not stay the time limits for filing a grievance as spokesperson for set forth herein.
Step 1: If the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an electiongrievance is not resolved through informal discussions, the Union Grievance Committee in shall, within forty-five (45) calendar days following the camp will notify time at which the xxxxxxx in writing as aggrieved party could reasonably have been aware of events giving rise to the names of grievance, commit the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required grievance to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where Once a grievance has been submitted in writing, it committed to writing any aggrieved employee will be dealt with in writing represented by a Union xxxxxxx selected or approved by the Union. The grievance will be submitted on a mutually-agreed upon form. The Union shall have the right to be present at all stages thereaftersteps of the grievance process as a party of interest. Failing No resolution of any individually-processed grievance shall be inconsistent with the terms of this Agreement. The appropriate Chair or designee shall meet with the grievant and their Union xxxxxxx, or a satisfactory adjustment Union representative, within forty-eight ten (4810) hourscalendar days and shall give a written decision of the grievance to the parties within ten (10) calendar days after receipt of the written grievance. The parties agree that grievances, then,responses and appeals are considered filed on the date that they are received by a party via email, hand delivery, or U.S. Mail.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire Any complaint, disagreement or difference of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between opinion the Company and the Union to discuss or the interpretation employees covered by the Agreement, which concerns the interpretation,application, operation of alleged violation of the and administration provisions of this Agreement.
8.01 , shall be considered as a grievance. Any employee, the Union or the Company may a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fourteen (b14) days following the event giving rise to such grievance, or within ten (10) days of the last days worked in the case of a dismissal shall be forfeited and waived by the aggrieved party. Ail grievances except those submitted by the em- ployee to his immediate supervisor and/or Store Manager shall be submitted in writing and shall clearly set forth the matters in dispute. Within seven (7) days thereafter, the Com- pany shall reply in writing. The procedure for adjustment of a grievance by an employee, shall be as follows: By a discussion between the employee, the Xxxxxxx and the employee’s immediate Supervisor and/or Store Manager. Failing a satisfactory settlement and within five (5) days there- after, the employee may submit a written grievance to the Store Manager. Within the seven (7) days immediately fol- lowing submission of the written grievance, the Store man- ager shall reply in writing and failing a satisfactory settle- ment, then: The Union Representative or Representatives may take the matter up with the Company official designated to handle labour relations matters, If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached within fifteen (15) days (excluding Saturday and Sun- day) the matter shall be referred to the Arbitration Board as per Article A grievance can be submitted to Arbitration only within twenty-five (25) days from the date of the Com- pany’s Step Two answer. Any unresolved grievance not sub- mitted to Arbitration within the twenty-five (25) days shall be rendered null and void. It is agreed that no under unusual stances and employee may take his alleged grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as dire to the names of Union. Prior to filing for Arbitration either party may request a Step Three meeting to discuss the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such noticeoutstanding grievance. The Company xxxxxxx shall not A griev- ance can be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment Arbitration only within fortytwenty-eight (48) hours, then,five
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 Level 1. If the grievance is not resolved through informal discussion, the grievant shall have thirty (a30) It is calendar days from the mutual desire date of the parties hereto that complaints first events on which the grievance is based to file a written grievance with the faculty member’s immediate supervisor. The written grievance should contain the following information: a specific description of employees be adjusted the dispute, the facts giving rise to the dispute, a listing of the article and section of the Agreement violated, a statement as quickly as possibleto how the article and section were violated, the date of the violation, and requested remedy. To this end it The supervisor, or designee, shall meet with the grievant (and their Union representative, if so desired) and shall give a written decision on the grievance to the grievant within fourteen (14) work days after receipt of the written grievance or within fourteen (14) work days of the meeting if one is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreementheld, whichever is later.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the CommitteeLevel 2. In the absence event the grievance is not resolved in Level 1, the decision rendered may be appealed to the Xxxx of the Xxxxxxx College in which the Company will recognize a delegated faculty member is appointed, provided such appeal is made in writing within thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of the Grievance Committee as spokespersondecision in Level 1. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where If a grievance has been submitted appealed, the Xxxx or designee shall meet to discuss the grievance. Within fourteen (14) work days after receipt of the appeal or within fourteen (14) work days after the meeting, whichever is later, the Xxxx or designee shall issue a decision to the Union and the grievant(s). Level 3. In the event the grievance is not resolved in writingLevel 2, it will the decision may be dealt with appealed to the Office of the Xxxxxxx or designee in Human Resources provided such appeal is made in writing at all stages thereafterwithin thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of the decision in Level 2. Failing If a satisfactory adjustment grievance has been appealed to Level 3, as described above, the Xxxxxxx or designee shall meet to hear the grievance. Within fourteen (14) work days after receipt of the appeal or within forty-eight fourteen (4814) hourswork days after the meeting, then,whichever is later, the Xxxxxxx or designee shall issue a decision in writing to the parties involved. Level 4. In the event that the grievance is not resolved in Level 3, the decision can be appealed to arbitration:
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is Any difference concerning the mutual desire interpretation, application or operation of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration Agreement or any grievance concerning any alleged violation of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance , or any difference or grievance, shall be processed which usurps finally and conclusively settled without stoppage of work in the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.following manner:
(a) The Union Such difference or grievance shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, first be taken up with the Union Grievance Committee in and the camp will notify Union may take the xxxxxxx grievance up in writing as to with the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt Fire Chief or his representative within eight (8) working days of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx difference or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outgrievance first arising.
(b) It If such difference or grievance is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions not settled within three (3) working days of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly been referred to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The Fire Chief, the grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any submitted by the Fire Chief to the Administrator.
(c) Should the Administrator be unable to effect a settlement within fourteen (14) working days from the receipt of such grievance, such grievance shall be submitted to a Board of Arbitration of three (3) persons, one of whom shall be appointed by the xxxxxxxCorporation and one by the Union, such appointments shall be made within seven (7) working days of the failure of the Committee to reach a decision, and the third member shall be appointed within five (5) working days by the two (2) members so appointed, and shall be Chairman. Should the members appointed by the parties fail to agree on a Chairman within the said five (5) working days, the said Chairman shall be appointed by the Minister of Labour of the Province of British Columbia. (The provisions of the Labour Relations Code shall govern such decision of the Board.) The majority decision of the Board shall be final and binding on both parties and each party shall bear the expenses of their arbitrator and pay half the expenses of the Chairman. The Board shall finally settle such difference or grievance within ten (10) working days after the appointment of the Chairman. As an alternative to the three-member Board of Arbitration, both parties may mutually select a single Arbitrator to effect a settlement of a grievance arising under this section. Each party shall share the expense of the single arbitrator in accordance with this procedureequal amounts.
(d) Wherever a stipulated time is mentioned herein, the said time may be extended by mutual consent of the parties in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 A grievance will be defined as any difference, dispute, or complaint arising from the interpretation, administration, application or alleged violation of this collective agreement, and will be submitted to the company within five (a5) It is the mutual desire working days of the parties hereto that complaints event in question, or five (5) working days from the time the employee or the Union should reasonably have known of employees the occurrence of the event upon which the grievance is based, in accordance with the following procedure:
Step 1 Any employee having a grievance shall first discuss the grievance with his immediate Supervisor, who shall attempt to adjust it.
Step 2 In the event the grievance is not satisfactorily settled in Step 1, the grievance shall be adjusted as quickly as possiblereduced to writing on forms provided by the Union and submitted to the employees’ immediate Manager. To this end it A written answer shall be given within ten (10) working days.
Step 3 In the event the grievance is agreed that periodic meetings not satisfactorily settled in Step 2, the grievance shall be submitted to the District Manager within ten (10) working days from the response in Step 2. A meeting will be held between the Company and with the Union xxxxxxx and a union representative. The District Manager shall give a written answer to discuss the interpretation and administration Union within ten (10) working days of this Agreementthe Step 3 meeting. Failing a satisfactory settlement of the grievance at Step 3, the matter may be referred to arbitration, within a period of thirty (30) working days from the receipt of the Company’s written answer to Step 3. Disputes that are carried to arbitration shall be heard before a sole arbitrator, or if the parties agree, an arbitration panel.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) 8.02 The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee xxxxxxx of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who which shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence be an employee of the Xxxxxxx the Company. The Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx shall be notified in writing as to the names name of the Union Xxxxxxx and xxxxxxx. The Union xxxxxxx may be liberated from normal duties for Union business with no loss of earnings provided that this does not interfere with the members efficient operation of the Company.
8.03 The Company or the Union Grievance Committee elected and may file a policy grievance directly at Step 3 of the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt grievance procedure. The parties agree to meet within five (5) working days of such noticegrievance being lodged.
8.04 A claim by an employee who has completed his probationary period that has been unjustly discharged from his employment shall be treated as a grievance if a written statement of such grievance is lodged with the District Manager or his designate within five (5) working days after the employee ceases to work for the Company. All preliminary steps of the grievance procedure prior to Step 2 will be omitted in such cases.
8.05 Probationary employees may be disciplined or discharged for a lesser standard than non- probationary employees. The standard will be in keeping with related legislation in the province of Ontario.
8.06 When either party requests that a grievance be submitted to arbitration as herein provided, it shall notify the other party within thirty (30) working days of the decision at Step 3. The Company xxxxxxx and the Union shall attempt to agree to an Arbitrator within fourteen (14) working days. Should the parties be unable to agree to an Arbitrator, the matter shall be referred to the Labour Management Arbitration Commission for determination.
8.07 The decision of the Arbitrator will be final and binding upon the parties hereto.
8.08 Each of the parties hereto will jointly bear the fees and expenses of the Arbitrator.
8.09 The Arbitrator shall not have the power, nor shall it be required authorized to recognize either make any decision inconsistent with the Union Xxxxxxx provisions o the agreement, nor to alter, modify or amend any part of this agreement, nor to add to or subtract from this agreement, but shall base its decision on the Union Grievance Committee until such time contractual rights of the parties as disclosed by this procedure is carried outagreement.
(b) It is agreed that there 8.10 The Arbitrator shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined have jurisdiction to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the deal with interpretation, application, administration administration, or alleged violation of this agreement, including any questions as to whether a matter is arbitrable.
8.11 He/she shall however, in respect to a grievance involving a suspension or discharge, be entitled to modify, of set aside such penalty, or order back pay and benefits, if in the opinion of the provisions of this Agreementarbitrator it is just and equitable to do so.
8.04 Grievances as defined above 8.12 When a settlement is agreed upon at any step listed above, such agreement shall be final and binding on both parties.
8.13 The time limits referred to in this grievance procedure may only be extended by mutual agreement between the parties.
8.14 No matter may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to arbitration that has no properly been carried through all previous steps of the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this grievance procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,.
Appears in 1 contract
Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It The purpose of this section is to establish procedures for discussion, procedures and settlement as defined in Section of this Article. Grievances shall mean a complaint or claim of alleged unjust discipline or discharge, or involv- ing any matter of interpretation or application of, or compliance with, the provisions of this Agreement. Nothing will be deemed a grievance until the cause for complaint has been verbally discussed by the employee with his supervisor with his grievance man present. Unless extend- ed by a mutual desire agreement, a grievance by a worker must be filed within five working days of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between worker’s knowledge the Company alleged STEP The grieving employee shall present his written grievance, signed by the the Grievance Representative, and the Union Presi- dent to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no Supervisor personally. The written grievance shall be processed which usurps answered in writing within three working days after being presented. STEP If the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It grievance is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust not satisfactorily adjusted at the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each campfirst step, by the one or more members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonshall present the grievance in writing to the Superintendent or Area Manager personally, who shall render a decision in writing within three working days. Immediately after an electionSTEP If the grievance is not satisfactorily adjusted at the second step, the Union Grievance Committee shall present the grievance in writing to the Human Resources Manager who shall render a decision in writing within five working days. The Union’s representative may participate in the camp will discussion if his assistance is requested by the Grievance Committee or the Human Resources Manager. If a satisfactory decision is not reached at the third step, the matter in dispute may, at the request of either party, be submitted to Arbitration. A grievance which the Grievance Committee does not feel pertains to the Supervisor or Superintendent or Area Manager; a Policy Grievance, may be presented personally to the Human Resources Manager by the Grievance Committee and he shall notify the xxxxxxx Grievance Committee within three working days at which step of the grievance procedure the grievance shall be started. grievance shall be considered as having been satisfactorily adjusted in Step 1 or Step if it is not referred to the next step within five working days following a decision at the last step at which the grievance was presented and shall not be eligible for further appeal. grievance shall be considered as being satisfactorily adjusted at Step 3 if it is not referred to Arbitration within ten working days following a decision at Step and shall not be eligible for further appeal. Where a difference arises between the parties relating to the interpretation, application or administration of this Agreement, including any question as to whether a matter is or where an allegation is made that this Agreement has been violated, either party may, after exhausting any grievance procedure establish- ed by this Agreement, notify the other party in writing as of its desire to appeal the names difference or allegation to Arbitration. The notice of appeal referred to in Article shall include a list of not more than three persons proposed by that party to be Arbitrator. If the other party does not agree to selection of any of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the persons proposed, such party shall within five working days following receipt of such noticenotice of appeal, submit a second list of not more than three persons proposed by it to be Arbitrator. If the parties cannot agree to an Arbitrator from either list within a period of five working days following receipt of the second list, the party appealing shall within ten working days thereafter, request the Minister of Labour of the Province of Ontario to appoint an Arbitrator. No person may be proposed or appointed as Arbitrator who has been involved in an attempt to negotiate or settle the grievance. Each of the parties hereto will jointly bear the expense of the Arbitrator. The Company xxxxxxx proceedings of arbitration will be expedited by the parties hereto, Subject to the provisions of above, no matter may be submitted to Arbitration which has not been carried through all the previous steps of the grievance procedure. The Arbitrator shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in make any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under decision inconsistent with the provisions of this Agreement is defined nor to be alter, modify or amend any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions part of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above . Any grievance involving the interpretation of this contract which has disposed of hereunder, shall not be made the subject of another grievance. It is understood that the Company may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly present to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted ’s Grievance Committee any complaint with respect to the xxxxxxxconduct of the Union, in accordance with this procedureits Officers or Committee Men, in writingduring working hours or while on Company premises, will be disposed of and that if such complaint by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where Company is not settled to the mutual satisfaction of the conferring parties, it may be treated as a grievance has been submitted and referred to Arbitration in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,the same way as the grievance of an employee.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is A. All disputes, complaints, or grievances of any employee or the mutual desire of Local Union may be presented through the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration grievance procedures of this Agreement, and if not thereby settled may be processed to arbitration for a determination of whether the terms of this Agreement have been violated. If a question of arbitrability is raised by either party, that question shall be determined first by the arbitrator. This Section shall not be applicable to grievances arising from discharge or suspension.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance B. Standing Committees shall be processed which usurps maintained in the rights of Management.following manner:
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint1. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union Local Mill Manager shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of appoint a Union Grievance Company Standing Committee of three (3)) managerial employees of the Mill which shall represent the Company.
2. The Local Union shall select a Local Union Standing Commit- tee of three (3) employees which shall represent the Local Union for the purposes stated in this Agreement. Provided, headed by however, that if on October 1, 1964, two Local Unions were functioning in the Longview Mill, grandfather rights to continue such dual organizations will be accorded as follows: While such dual organizations continue, each such Local Union may select a Local Union Xxxxxxx who Standing Committee of three (3) employees which shall represent that Local Union for the purposes of this Agreement, but said committees shall act jointly on any matter which, in the judgment of management, concerns or is expected to concern employees of both local unions.
3. Either Standing Committee shall have the right to have present at any Standing Committee Meeting any individual deemed necessary by it for purposes of advice or consultation.
4. The Company Standing Committee and the Local Union Stand- ing Committee have the authority to make the final decision consistent with the terms of this Agreement on matters properly before them. Either party may express reservation that it desires to refer the question under consideration to higher authority.
5. Accurate minutes of each and every Standing Committee meet- ing and meetings held at Step II and Step III must be kept and must be signed by the appropriate Company representative and the appropriate Union representative. The minutes shall include statements of positions and conclusions, if any. A copy shall be supplied to the Local Union.
C. Should there be any dispute, complaint, or grievance of any employee or the Local Union, herein collectively referred to as spokesperson for grievances, the Committeeemployee shall work as directed by Management pending final adjustment of the grievance. Any such grievance shall be deemed to have been waived if not presented as a formal grievance by the employee to his/her Supervisor within thirty (30) calendar days following either the occurrence out of which the grievance arose or the first date upon which the grievance could reasonably be assumed to have been known to the employee, whichever is later.
STEP I Such dispute, complaint, or grievance shall first be taken up with his/her Supervisor by the employee. In the absence event the employee desires to submit the matter as a formal grievance, he/she shall present it in writing to the Supervisor specifying the date of submission. The employee may have the Shop Xxxxxxx accompany the employee when he/she discusses the matter with his/her Supervisor. If the Supervisor and the grievant are unable to arrive at a satisfactory settlement, to be timely the grievance must be referred to Step II within ten (10) calendar days after the date the grievance was first presented to the Supervisor as a formal grievance. The Supervisor must give his/her reply within the first six (6) days of the Xxxxxxx ten (10) calendar days after the date the grievance was first presented as a formal grievance.
STEP II Any such grievance shall be submitted in writing by the Local Union Standing Committee to the Company will recognize a delegated member Standing Committee setting forth the circumstances out of which the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an electiongrievance arose, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members remedy or correction requested. Subjects which have been presented at Step I but not mentioned in said written submission shall nevertheless be dealt with:
1. Within ten (10) calendar days after the date of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx written grievance the two committees shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried outmeet.
2. If the two committees are unable to arrive at a satisfactory set- tlement within ten (b10) It is agreed that there shall calendar days after their initial meeting, to be no discrimination exercised timely the Local Union Standing Committee must refer the grievance in any manner towards writing to the Stewards or Union Grievance Committeelocal Mill Manager within fifteen (15) calendar days of the expiration of the ten (10) calendar day period in Step II-2.
8.03 A 1. Within ten (10) calendar days after the date of such written notice the local Mill Manager and/or his/her representative and the representative(s) of the Local Union shall meet.
2. If the local Mill Manager and/or representative and the repre- sentative(s) of the Local Union are unable to arrive at a satisfactory settlement within twelve (12) calendar days after their initial meeting, to be timely the Local Union must submit the grievance under to the provisions arbitrator as provided in Section 30 of this Agreement is defined within thirty (30) calendar days after the expiration of the twelve (12) calendar day period of Step III-2.
D. The parties in Step II and in Step III may, by mutual agreement in writing, extend the time limit specified in Step II-2 and/or Step III- 2 for a period not to be any differences between exceed thirty (30) calendar days.
E. However:
1. In case of a grievance which affects a group of five (5) or more employees who have the parties or between the Company and employees covered by right under this Agreement to present that grievance to their supervisor(s), an official or some other representative appointed by the Local Union shall have the right to take that grievance up directly in Step III.
2. In case of a grievance affecting the rights of the Local Union, as such, as distinguished from grievances involving an individual employee or group of employees, the interpretation, application, administration or alleged Local Union shall have the right to take that grievance up directly in Step III.
3. When a grievance is filed alleging a violation of any of Section 22 - SUPERVISORS, the provisions of this AgreementLocal Union shall have the right to take that grievance up directly in Step III.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside 4. In case of working hours. The a grievance shall which could be presented without undue delay. Any by an employee to his/her supervisor at Step I (but who is unwilling to do so), the appropriate Shop Xxxxxxx for the department where the grievance submitted arises shall have the right to the xxxxxxx, present that grievance in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where Step I as a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,formal grievance.
Appears in 1 contract
Samples: Labor Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no 29.01 A grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights defined as any dispute arising out of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration application or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above 29.02 Where the Union requires information regarding a grievance dealing with hours of work and/or seniority, the Employer agrees to supply such information, in writing, to the Union within a reasonable period of time from the date of the request. Where the Employer requires information regarding a grievance dealing with hours of work and/or seniority, the Union agrees to supply such information, in writing, to the Employer within a reasonable period of time from the date of the request.
29.03 Any employee, the Union or the Employer may present a grievance. Any grievance which is not presented within fourteen (14) calendar days following the event giving rise to such grievance shall be taken forfeited and waived by the employeeaggrieved party.
29.04 All grievances must be submitted in writing and contain the nature of the grievance, by the contract clause(s) allegedly being violated and the remedy being sought.
29.05 The procedure for adjustment of grievances shall be as follows: STEP 1 By a discussion between the employee and Shop Xxxxxxx and/or the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to Representative, with the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hoursor his/her designated appointee. The opposite party shall reply to the grievance in writing within five (5) calendar days. If a satisfactory settlement has not been reached, the grieving party may proceed to Step 2. STEP 2 The Union Representative or Representatives may take the matter up with the person designated by the Employer to handle Labour Relation matters or vice versa. If the matter is not taken up within ten (10) calendar days of the date the written reply to the grievance in Step 1 was received, it shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted deemed to have been abandoned and further recourse to the xxxxxxxGrievance Procedure shall be forfeited.
29.06 If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached, then upon request of either party, within fourteen (14) calendar days of receiving the final, written decision, from either party, but not thereafter, the matter may then be referred to an arbitrator, selected in accordance with this procedureArticle 30.
29.07 It is understood and agreed by the Union and the Employer that the time limits specified in the various steps of the above grievance procedure may only be extended by mutual agreement between the Union and the Employer, and shall be confirmed in writing, will be disposed of .
29.08 It is agreed by the Union and the Employer that an xxxxxxx effort shall be made to settle grievances fairly and equitably in writing. Where the above manner; however, nothing in this Agreement shall preclude the Employer and the Union from mutually agreeing to settle a dispute by any means other than those described in the grievance has been submitted in writingprocedures without prejudice to their respective positions.
29.09 If a dispute involving a question of general application or interpretation occurs and affects a group of employees, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,the Union or the Employer may submit the grievance directly to Step 2.
Appears in 1 contract
Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) 7.01 It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held any complaint or cause for dissatisfaction arising between the Company employee and their Employer or between the Employer and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as with respect to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration interpretation or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this AgreementAgreement shall be adjusted as quickly as possible without undue delay or work stoppage, or lock-out.
8.04 Grievances as defined above 7.02 It is generally understood that an employee has no complaint or grievance until he directly or through the Union, has first given his immediate supervisor an opportunity to adjust the complaint.
7.03 If, after registering the complaint with the immediate supervisor, such complaint is not settled within five working days, or within any longer periods which may have been agreed to by the parties, then the following steps of the Grievance Procedure may be taken by invoked in the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly following manner:
STEP 1 - All grievances must be presented to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted or to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this proceduresomeone else designated by him, in writing, will be disposed within fifteen working days of by the xxxxxxx in writingalleged violation. Where a grievance has been submitted The immediate supervisor or his appointee shall give his reply in writing, it will within five working days of the receipt of the grievance.
STEP 2 - If the matter is not settled in step one, the grievance shall then be dealt submitted, in writing, to the General Manager or his appointee within five working days of the receipt of the answer from the Company's representative in step one, and a meeting of the Company and the Union shall be held as soon as possible to deal with the grievance. At such a meeting the President of the local, the shop xxxxxxx, the grievor and the International Representative of the Union may attend for the Union and any Company representatives deemed necessary along with the General Manager shall attend for the Company. The General Manager of the Company shall render a decision in writing to the Union at all stages thereafterthis meeting, if possible. Failing If not possible, he shall then give his answer within five working days after the said meeting.
STEP 3 - If the grievance is not settled by step two, then either party may, within five working days of the receipt of the reply of the General Manager or his appointee, notify the other party in writing of their desire to submit this grievance to arbitration. The parties shall attempt to agree on the arbitrator, but if they shall not be able to agree within five working days, then either party may refer the appointment of the arbitrator to the Minister of Labour, within a satisfactory adjustment further thirty days. The arbitrator shall hear the evidence of both parties and shall render his decision within forty-eight (48) hoursa further thirty days of the hearing of the evidence, then,and his decision shall be final and binding upon the parties. It is understood and agreed that the arbitrator has no authority to alter, modify or annul any part of this Agreement. Each party shall pay one half the fees and expenses of the arbitrator. The arbitrator shall have the right, in his decision, to reinstate an employee with or without compensation and to award damages against either party.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx to his xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) 8.02 The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee committee of three (3), ) headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the that Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, election the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx Company in writing writing, as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx Xxxxxxx, and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected elected, and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge Company shall acknowledge, in writing writing, the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out. Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee Man may be allowed time off during his working hours at a time acceptable to the Company in connection with Union/Company business, provided that it does not interfere with the efficiency of operation. The Company shall pay the Union Xxxxxxx and/or Grievance Committee Man at his regular or premium rate, whichever may be proper for any time spent in connection with 8.02 (excluding negotiations of Collective Agreements).
(b) 8.03 It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards Xxxxxxx or Union Grievance CommitteeCommitteemen.
8.03 8.04 A grievance grievance, under the provisions of this Agreement Agreement, is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and the employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 8.05 Grievances as defined above may be taken in writing by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction Xxxxxxx, or the Union Representative, directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside working hours or during working hours if this does not interfere with the efficiency of working hoursthe Company's operations. The No grievance shall be presented without undue delayrecognized unless this procedure is followed. No grievance shall be considered where the circumstances giving rise to it, or originated or came to the notice of an employee more than fifteen (15) days before the filing of the grievance. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, immediate supervisor in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx immediate supervisor in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, writing it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hourstwo working days, then,
8.06 Where mutually agreed and prior to arbitration, the parties will share equally in the cost of a mediator, whose decision shall be binding. The parties will mutually agree to a list of mediators. If the parties cannot agree to the mediation process, the terms of the Collective Agreement shall apply.
8.07 In arbitration the Company and the Union shall each select one person; these two shall select a third party who shall act as Chairman. Either party shall appoint its nominee not later than five days after written notice of the other party's nomination. The Arbitration Board's decision shall be final and binding on both parties to this Agreement. Nothing herein shall prevent the parties from mutually agreeing to a sole arbitrator to arbitrate grievances arising out of discipline or discharge. In the event of the failure of the two persons selected by the respective parties to select a third party as provided above, they shall ask the Provincial Minister of Labour to appoint a third party.
8.08 It is understood that the function of the Arbitration Board shall be to interpret and apply this Agreement and that it shall deal only with the specific questions as submitted and shall have no power to alter, add to or amend this Agreement. However, the function of the Arbitration Board shall include the power to consider adjustments to individual job classification rates under Articles 4.02 and 4.03. The Arbitration Board shall have no power to decide questions involving general wage adjustments.
8.09 Saturdays, Sundays, Statutory and Legal Holidays shall not be included in any time limits in this Article of the Agreement and time limits provided may be amended by mutual agreement of the parties.
8.10 A grievance arising from a claim by an employee that his discharge or suspension by the Company was unjust or contrary to the terms of this Agreement, must be dealt with in writing by both parties and must be presented to the Company not later than fifteen days after the discharge or suspension becomes effective. In cases of discharge or suspension by the Company, the Company will notify forthwith the employee and the Xxxxxxx in writing of the reasons for such discharge or suspension. A grievance hereunder shall be lodged at Stage 2 of the grievance procedure.
8.11 Each party to this Agreement shall pay all expenses of the member of the Arbitration Board selected by it or by the Minister of Labour, and shall share equally in the fees and expenses of the third member of the Board.
8.12 If the Company has a grievance as defined in Article 8.04 it shall commence at Stage 3 of the grievance procedure by the Manager of the Company or his Representative presenting the matter in writing to the President of the Union or his Representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen days then either party may within the 18 following fifteen days refer the matter to arbitration.
8.13 If the Union has a grievance as defined in Article 8.04 it shall be known as a policy grievance and shall commence at Stage 3 of the grievance procedure by the President of the Union or his Representative presenting the matter in writing to the Manager of the Company or his Representative. Failing a settlement within fifteen days then either party may within the following fifteen days refer the matter to arbitration.
8.14 Any notice of disciplinary action shall be given in writing to the employee with a copy to the Union and all such notice shall be removed from the employee's record after a period of 18 months from the date of issue.
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration 8:01 The purpose of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It article is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange establish a procedure for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, discussion and prompt settlement of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the Committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokesperson. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving grievances concerning the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances 8:02 The Union may select a Union Grievance Committee composed of the Chief Xxxxxxx and Shop Stewards as defined above deemed appropriate for regular Bargaining Unit employees. The Union shall advise the Corporation, in writing, of the names of those selected and of any changes that may occur. Not more than two (2) Shop Stewards may act on the Union Grievance Committee at Step 1 and Step 2 of the grievance procedure.
8:03 Complaints of employees must first be taken by the employeeemployees, accompanied by a Shop Xxxxxxx if they so desire, to their immediate Supervisor for settlement within five (5) days immediately following the Union Xxxxxxx occurrence or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly event giving rise to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside complaint. Should the occurrence or event occur while the employees are absent on vacation or approved leave of working hoursabsence, they will be permitted ten (10) days from the date of return to work to present a grievance. The If the complaint is not satisfactorily settled within five (5) days after being submitted, the matter may become a grievance shall and be referred to Step 1 of the grievance procedure.
8:04 STEP 1 - At this step, the complaint becomes a grievance and is to be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedureSection Head or designate, in writing, will be disposed of within five (5) days on the appropriate grievance forms supplied by the xxxxxxx in writingCorporation stating the specific Article of this Agreement said to be violated, signed by the aggrieved employee and a Shop Xxxxxxx. Where The Section Head or designate will meet with the employee and Shop Xxxxxxx and will make a grievance has been submitted reply, in writing, it within four (4) days. If a satisfactory settlement is not reached, the matter may be taken up at Step 2.
8:05 STEP 2 - At this step, the grievance shall be presented, in writing, on appropriate grievance forms supplied by the Corporation, to the Labour Relations Representative or designate, within four (4) days following receipt of the Section Head’s decision. The Labour Relations Representative or designate, will meet with the employee and Shop Xxxxxxx and will make a reply, in writing, within ten (10) days. A representative of the International Union may attend the meeting and either party may present witnesses to be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafterheard. Failing If a satisfactory adjustment is not made, the matter may be referred to arbitration within forty-eight (48) hoursthe time limits established in Article 9. If no appeal is made following the decision at Step 2, then,the matter will be considered settled.
8:06 The grievance procedure may be utilized by the Union in processing a grievance which is not an individual or group grievance and which alleges a violation of this Agreement. Such a grievance may be introduced at Step 2 of the grievance procedure. In processing such a grievance, the Corporation and the Union shall observe the specified time limits in appealing and answering.
8:07 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays recognized herein shall not be included when determining the time within which any action is to be taken under Articles 8, 9 and
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Samples: Collective Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 (a) It is the mutual desire of the parties hereto that complaints of employees be adjusted as quickly as possible. To this end possible and it is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreement.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have he has given their Xxxxxxx to his xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the his complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson spokesman for the Committeethat committee. In the absence of the Xxxxxxx the Company will recognize a delegated member of the Grievance Committee as spokespersonspokesman. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) . It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards toward the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 Committee men or other Union members. eligible for electionas Union must have established seniority under Section of Article XII. A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences difference between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration administration, or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 . Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. No grievance shall be unless this procedure is followed. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, xxxxxxx in accordance with this procedure, in writing, writing will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx xxxxxxx, in writing. Where a grievance has been submitted in writing, it will be dealt with in writing at all stages thereafter. Failing a satisfactory adjustment within forty-eight (48) hours, then,, STAGE 2 The matter shall be taken up by the Union Grievance Committee and/or the Union Representative with the District Logging Superintendent within ninety-six hours in writing on Union. The District Logging Superintendent shall make a reply in writing within a further ninety-six hours. Failing a satisfactory adjustment, then, STAGE 3 -Within ten days the matter shall be taken up by officers of the Union and/or their representatives with the Manager Logging Operations of the Company or his representative. The one exception to this procedure shall be in the case under Section of this Article. In this 'case the may be taken up by the employee himself, or with the knowledge and consent of the employee, by Union representatives by presenting the case to the Manager Logging Operations or his representative in writing. In either of the above cases the Manager Logging Operations or his representative shall make a reply in writing within seven days. Failing a satisfactory adjustment, then, STAGE 4 The matter shall be referred within fifteen calendar days to the General Manager Forestry Division or his representative and a Union Committee accompanied by the Union President or his representative. Either party may request the presence of the President of the Northern Ontario District Council of I. A. Canada, or his representative. settlement within fifteen days then, Failing a STAGE Either party may, within the following fifteen days refer the matter to Arbitration. In Arbitration the Company and the Union shall each select one man; these two shall select a third party who shall nominee not later than five days after receipt of written notice of the other party's nomination. The Arbitration Board's decision shall be final and binding on both parties to this Agreement. In the event of the failure of the two men selected by the respective parties to select a third party as provided above, they shall ask the Provincial Ministry of Labour to appoint a third party. Nothingherein parties frommutually agreeing to a sole arbitrator to arbitrate grievances arising out of discipline or discharge. Section
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement
ADJUSTMENT OF GRIEVANCES. 8.01 Level 1. If the grievance is not resolved through informal discussion, the grievant shall have thirty (a30) It is calendar days from the mutual desire date of the parties hereto that complaints first events on which the grievance is based to file a written grievance with the faculty member’s immediate supervisor. The written grievance should contain the following information: a specific description of employees be adjusted the dispute, the facts giving rise to the dispute, a listing of the article and section of the Agreement violated, a statement as quickly as possibleto how the article and section were violated, the date of the violation, and requested remedy. To this end it The supervisor, or designee, shall meet with the grievant (and his/her Union representative, if so desired) and shall give a written decision on the grievance to the grievant within fourteen (14) work days after receipt of the written grievance or within fourteen (14) work days of the meeting if one is agreed that periodic meetings will be held between the Company and the Union to discuss the interpretation and administration of this Agreementheld, whichever is later.
8.01 (b) It is agreed that no grievance shall be processed which usurps the rights of Management.
8.01 (c) It is generally understood that an employee has no grievance until they have given their Xxxxxxx an opportunity to adjust the complaint. This may be done during working hours.
(a) The Union shall arrange for the election from its working membership at each camp, by the members therein, of a Union Grievance Committee of three (3), headed by a Union Xxxxxxx who shall act as spokesperson for the CommitteeLevel 2. In the absence event the grievance is not resolved in Level 1, the decision rendered may be appealed to the Xxxx of the Xxxxxxx College in which the Company will recognize a delegated faculty member is appointed, provided such appeal is made in writing within thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of the Grievance Committee as spokespersondecision in Level
1. Immediately after an election, the Union Grievance Committee in the camp will notify the xxxxxxx in writing as to the names of the Union Xxxxxxx and the members of the Union Grievance Committee elected and the xxxxxxx will acknowledge in writing the receipt of such notice. The Company xxxxxxx shall not be required to recognize either the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union Grievance Committee until such time as this procedure is carried out.
(b) It is agreed that there shall be no discrimination exercised in any manner towards the Stewards or Union Grievance Committee.
8.03 A grievance under the provisions of this Agreement is defined to be any differences between the parties or between the Company and employees covered by this Agreement involving the interpretation, application, administration or alleged violation of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
8.04 Grievances as defined above may be taken by the employee, by the Union Xxxxxxx or the Union representative having jurisdiction directly to the employee's immediate supervisor for adjustment outside of working hours. The grievance shall be presented without undue delay. Any grievance submitted to the xxxxxxx, in accordance with this procedure, in writing, will be disposed of by the xxxxxxx in writing. Where If a grievance has been submitted appealed, the Xxxx or designee shall meet to discuss the grievance. Within fourteen (14) work days after receipt of the appeal or within fourteen (14) work days after the meeting, whichever is later, the Xxxx or designee shall issue a decision to the Union and the grievant(s).
Level 3. In the event the grievance is not resolved in writingLevel 2, it will the decision may be dealt with appealed to the Office of the Xxxxxxx or designee in Human Resources provided such appeal is made in writing at all stages thereafterwithin thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of the decision in Level 2. Failing If a satisfactory adjustment grievance has been appealed to Level 3, as described above, the Xxxxxxx or designee shall meet to hear the grievance. Within fourteen (14) work days after receipt of the appeal or within forty-eight fourteen (4814) hourswork days after the meeting, then,whichever is later, the Xxxxxxx or designee shall issue a decision in writing to the parties involved.
Level 4. In the event that the grievance is not resolved in Level 3, the decision can be appealed to arbitration:
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement