Common use of CHANGES IN REGULAR SCHEDULES Clause in Contracts

CHANGES IN REGULAR SCHEDULES. 1. The procedure for determining changes in regular starting and quitting times, regular meal times, regular shift assignments, and the regular work week shall be (except in emergencies or when circumstances do not permit sufficient time), as follows: a. Initially supervision shall determine its operational needs and prepare a schedule which may include assignments designed to meet those needs. To the extent feasible, supervisors will provide schedules containing two consecutive days off, unless the University determines that operational needs do not allow such scheduling. The determination of operational needs shall not be arbitrary or capricious. b. The workers involved shall be given the schedule and allowed a reasonable opportunity to consult among themselves and with their xxxxxxx, if they so desire, and then either complete the schedule or submit any proposed alternative to their assignments. c. Where the change is substantial, and involves a substantial number of workers, the xxxxxxx will be notified at the time that the initial schedule is submitted to workers. d. If the workers complete the schedule or propose changes in the assignments, University representatives and the workers shall attempt to reach agreement on a work schedule which is consistent with operational needs, worker preferences and efficiency, but if agreement cannot be reached, operations shall proceed as scheduled. 2. SCHEDULE CHANGE DISPUTES Disputes over scheduling may be processed in the grievance procedure; however, in research projects, where the question of operational needs concerns scientific or experimental objectives and is one which requires expert judgment, the determination of the responsible authority on the project will not be overturned except upon a showing that their determination is arbitrary or capricious. 3. SCHEDULE CHANGE NOTIFICATION Whenever possible, except in cases of unforeseen operational needs or emergency, a worker shall be provided with a minimum of 30 calendar days notice of any change in regular schedule initiated by management. This notice must include the actual schedule change proposed.

CHANGES IN REGULAR SCHEDULES. 1. The procedure for determining changes in regular starting and quitting times, regular meal times, regular shift assignments, and the regular work week shall be (except in emergencies or when circumstances do not permit sufficient time), as follows: a. a) Initially supervision shall determine its operational needs and prepare a schedule which may include assignments designed to meet those needs. To the extent feasible, supervisors will provide schedules containing two consecutive days off, unless the University determines that operational needs do not allow such scheduling. The determination of operational needs shall not be arbitrary or capricious. b. b) The workers involved shall be given the schedule and allowed a reasonable opportunity to consult among themselves and with their xxxxxxx, if they so desire, and then either complete the schedule or submit any proposed alternative to their assignments. c. c) Where the change is substantial, and involves a substantial number of workers, the xxxxxxx will be notified at the time that the initial schedule is submitted to workers. d. d) If the workers complete the schedule or propose changes in the assignments, University representatives and the workers shall attempt to reach agreement on a work schedule which is consistent with operational needs, worker preferences and efficiency, but if agreement cannot be reached, operations shall proceed as scheduled. 2. SCHEDULE CHANGE DISPUTES Disputes over scheduling may be processed in the grievance procedure; however, in research projects, where the question of operational needs concerns scientific or experimental objectives and is one which requires expert judgment, the determination of the responsible authority on the project will not be overturned except upon a showing that their determination is arbitrary or capricious. 3. SCHEDULE CHANGE NOTIFICATION Whenever possible, except in cases of unforeseen operational needs or emergency, a worker shall be provided with a minimum of 30 calendar days notice of any change in regular schedule initiated by management. This notice must include the actual schedule change proposed.