Alternative Work Schedules (AWS). SECTION 1. This article applies to employees covered under the CMLA as described by the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA).
Alternative Work Schedules (AWS). These schedules provide a family-friendly work environment, and employees may use such schedules to improve productivity and the quality of life that encourages job orientation instead of time orientation. The Agency can improve productivity through reduced tardiness, short-term absences, achievement of quieter hours at the beginning and end of the workdays, reduced commuting times, and enhanced employee morale. Employees can improve their quality of life through control over their personal working situations. It also provides a greater opportunity for em- ployees to participate in the wellness program activities as well as community, family, and leisure activities. The employees have workday flexibility for childcare arrangements and emergency short-term absences that may be necessary when caring for sick children. Employees working alternative work schedules may participate in an approved telework program.
Alternative Work Schedules (AWS). Section 11.1. The AWS system includes a flexible work schedule (FWS) with an 8-hour day / 40-hour week (including credit hours), and a compressed work schedule (CWS) of 5/4/9 or 4/10 (see sections 11.4.1 and 11.4.2). Tour of duty hours will begin, in 15 minute increments, no earlier than 0600. Employees may request approval of an AWS from their supervisor. Participation in any AWS is dependent upon mission requirements. Employees working in shift operations are not allowed to participate in AWS.
Alternative Work Schedules (AWS). A. Subject to direct patient care needs, the Department will endeavor to offer RNs Alternative Work Schedules. Examples may include Baylor Plans, part-time or partial tour scheduling, job sharing, compressed tours, flexible scheduling, 72/80 scheduling, and other innovative scheduling options. See VA Handbook 5011, Part II, Chapter 3.
Alternative Work Schedules (AWS). An arranged tour of duty that varies from the official duty hours and includes both flexible work schedules, compressed work schedules and credit hours.
Alternative Work Schedules (AWS) a. The parties agree that the policies, practices, and procedures established pursuant to the AWS will govern the identification of specific organizational locations, segments, work groups or employees where the institution of an AWS or a First 40 Hour Tour would be feasible or practicable.
b. Any agreements reached under this section must provide that such arrangements for such AWS may be terminated if the Employer determines that the arrangements for alternative hours of work are substantially disrupting the PAO/ Employer in carrying out its functions.
c. Should the Employer at any time determine that an AWS has had an adverse impact or has resulted in an increase in operating costs, the Employer will notify the Union 30 calendar days in advance of its intent to modify or terminate such existing AWS.
Alternative Work Schedules (AWS). A. For the purposes of this section, an AWS means a regular schedule containing scheduled shifts of more than eight and 12 or less hours.
Alternative Work Schedules (AWS). A. It is recognized that alternative work schedules have the potential to have a positive impact on the morale and retention of RNs. In the event that the Augusta VAMC considers implementing any new alternate work schedules such as the 36/40 plan (36 hours worked for 40 hours for full time status and pay) the union will be pre-decisionally involved.
Alternative Work Schedules (AWS). A. The Parties recognize that the use of AWS can improve productivity and morale, enhancing service to the public. There are two categories of AWS: FWS and compressed work schedules (CWS). Employee requests for an AWS will be considered on a case-by-case basis. In rare instances, some positions in some organizational units may not be eligible for AWS due to the nature of the work they perform.
Alternative Work Schedules (AWS). Bakeries: includes limits on total number of lines, limits on mandatory OT, eligibility for voluntary OT. For DSDs: August 31, 2021, modify proposal to limit to (3) employees at each branch to work Tues-Sat work schedules. (see A-4, July 23, 2021 proposal with DSD modification as stated above)
