Continuity of Services A. The Contractor recognizes that the service(s) to be performed under this Contract are vital to the State and must be continued without interruption and that, upon Contract expiration, a successor, either the State or another contractor, may continue them. The Contractor agrees to: Furnish phase-in training; and Exercise its best efforts and cooperation to effect an orderly and efficient transition to a successor.
B. The Contractor shall, upon the State's written notice: Furnish phase-in, phase-out services for up to sixty (60) days after this Contract expires; and Negotiate in good faith a plan with a successor to determine the nature and extent of phase-in, phase-out services required. The plan shall specify a training program and a date for transferring responsibilities for each division of work described in the plan, and shall be subject to the State's approval. The Contractor shall provide sufficient experienced personnel during the phase-in, phase-out period to ensure that the services called for by this Contract are maintained at the required level of proficiency.
C. The Contractor shall allow as many personnel as practicable to remain on the job to help the successor maintain the continuity and consistency of the services required by this Contract. The Contractor also shall disclose necessary personnel records and allow the successor to conduct on-site interviews with these employees. If selected employees are agreeable to the change, the Contractor shall release them at a mutually agreeable date and negotiate transfer of their earned fringe benefits to the successor.
D. The Contractor shall be reimbursed for all reasonable phase-in, phase-out costs (i.e., costs incurred within the agreed period after contract expiration that result from phase-in, phase-out operations).
Recognition and Rights of Stewards The Employer recognizes the Union's right to select stewards to represent employees. The Employer and the Union will agree on the number of stewards, taking into account both operational and geographic considerations. The Union agrees to provide the Employer with a list of the employees designated as stewards. A xxxxxxx shall make every effort to perform the duties of a xxxxxxx outside of normal working hours. If this is not possible, a xxxxxxx, or her alternate, shall obtain the permission of her immediate supervisor before leaving her work to perform her duties as a xxxxxxx. Leave for this purpose shall be without loss of pay. Such permission shall not be unreasonably withheld. On resuming her normal duties, the xxxxxxx shall notify her supervisor. The duties of stewards shall include:
(a) investigation of complaints of an urgent nature;
(b) investigation of grievances and assisting any employee whom the xxxxxxx represents in presenting a grievance in accordance with the grievance procedure;
(c) supervision of ballot boxes and other related functions during ratification votes;
(d) carrying out duties within the realm of safety responsibilities, these being recognized as complaints of an urgent nature which require immediate attention;
(e) attending meetings called by the Employer.
MANAGEMENT OF EVALUATION OUTCOMES 12.1 Where the Employer is, any time during the Employee’s employment, not satisfied with the Employee’s performance with respect to any matter dealt with in this Agreement, the Employer will give notice to the Employee to attend a meeting;
12.2 The Employee will have the opportunity at the meeting to satisfy the Employer of the measures being taken to ensure that his performance becomes satisfactory and any programme, including any dates, for implementing these measures;
12.3 Where there is a dispute or difference as to the performance of the Employee under this Agreement, the Parties will confer with a view to resolving the dispute or difference; and
12.4 In the case of unacceptable performance, the Employer shall –
12.4.1 Provide systematic remedial or developmental support to assist the Employee to improve his performance; and
12.4.2 After appropriate performance counselling and having provided the necessary guidance and/or support as well as reasonable time for improvement in performance, the Employer may consider steps to terminate the contract of employment of the Employee on grounds of unfitness or incapacity to carry out his or her duties.
PROTECTION OF TEACHERS A. The Board recognizes its responsibility to give reasonable support and assistance to Teachers for the maintenance of control and discipline in the classroom. Each Teacher, however, bears the primary responsibility for maintaining proper control and discipline in the classroom.
B. As permitted by Section 1309 of the Revised School Code, a Teacher may temporarily exclude a student from one (1) class when the nature of the offense, the persistence of the misbehavior, or the disruptive effect of the violation makes the continued presence of the student in the classroom intolerable. In such cases, the Teacher will furnish the Principal with written particulars of the incident as promptly as teaching obligations allow. Upon request of the Principal, the Teacher shall notify the student’s parent of the nature of the offense. If the Principal determines the need for a meeting with the student’s parent, the Teacher shall attend that meeting.
C. The Teachers recognize that all disciplinary actions and methods invoked by them shall be reasonable and just.
D. Any assault or threatened assault upon a Teacher, resulting from his/her position as a Teacher, shall be promptly reported to the Building Principal by the Teacher or representative. The Board shall provide legal counsel, if requested in writing by the Teacher, to advise the Teacher of the Teacher’s rights and obligations as to such assault. The Board will provide reasonable assistance to the Teacher in working with law enforcement and judicial authorities, unless such counsel and assistance are provided through the Association.
E. If a Teacher is complained against or sued as a result of any reasonable action as defined by a court of law and taken by the Teacher while in the scope of his/her employment with the District, the Board shall provide legal counsel and render all reasonable assistance, as appropriate, to the Teacher in his/her defense when requested in writing by the Teacher. This section shall only require the provision of legal counsel and shall not be interpreted to interfere with the Board’s right to exercise supervision and control, including discharge of the Teacher. If a final decision issued by a court or administrative agency indicates the Teacher’s liability for this action, all costs of assistance rendered by the District to the Teacher pursuant to this paragraph and not covered by the District’s insurance carrier, shall be reimbursed by the Teacher.
F. Except for disciplinary suspension or discharge, or for incarceration, any work time lost by a Teacher in connection with an incident identified in Article 9.D, not compensable under Workers’ Compensation, shall not be charged against the Teacher, unless the Teacher is adjudged liable by an agency or court of competent jurisdiction. When Workers’ Compensation is paid, the Board shall pay the difference between that sum and the Teacher’s regular salary, but not to exceed the current year’s contract. No deduction of leave shall be made under these circumstances.
G. In case of an assault by a student(s) on a Teacher acting in the line of duty, or other action taken by or against a Teacher in the line of duty, causing damage to the Teacher’s personal property, including clothing, the Board shall make an equitable financial settlement for such loss with the Teacher involved.
H. Any complaint directed toward a Teacher shall be promptly called to the Teacher’s attention unless otherwise prohibited by law. This requirement shall not prevent the Supervisor from screening out xxxxx gripes.
I. Teachers shall be expected to exercise reasonable care as to the safety of students and property.
DEVELOPMENT OR ASSISTANCE IN DEVELOPMENT OF SPECIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS/ STATEMENTS OF WORK
Management of Special and Technical Environment Each certificated support person demonstrates an acceptable level of performance in managing and organizing the special materials, equipment and environment essential to the specialized programs.
Responsibility of school staff to design and implement engaging and flexible learning experiences for individuals and groups of students
Business Continuity Planning Supplier shall prepare and maintain at no additional cost to Buyer a Business Continuity Plan (“BCP”). Upon written request of Buyer, Supplier shall provide a copy of Supplier’s BCP. The BCP shall be designed to ensure that Supplier can continue to provide the goods and/or services in accordance with this Order in the event of a disaster or other BCP-triggering event (as such events are defined in the applicable BCP). Supplier’s BCP shall, at a minimum, provide for: (a) the retention and retrieval of data and files; (b) obtaining resources necessary for recovery, (c) appropriate continuity plans to maintain adequate levels of staffing required to provide the goods and services during a disruptive event; (d) procedures to activate an immediate, orderly response to emergency situations; (e) procedures to address potential disruptions to Supplier’s supply chain; (f) a defined escalation process for notification of Buyer, within two (2) business days, in the event of a BCP-triggering event; and (g) training for key Supplier Personnel who are responsible for monitoring and maintaining Supplier’s continuity plans and records. Supplier shall maintain the BCP and test it at least annually or whenever there are material changes in Supplier’s operations, risks or business practices. Upon Xxxxx’s written and reasonable request, Supplier shall provide Buyer an executive summary of test results and a report of corrective actions (including the timing for implementation) to be taken to remedy any deficiencies identified by such testing. Upon Xxxxx’s request and with reasonable advance notice and conducted in such a manner as not to unduly interfere with Supplier’s operations, Supplier shall give Buyer and its designated agents access to Supplier’s designated representative(s) with detailed functional knowledge of Supplier’s BCP and relevant subject matter.
Cooperation of the Parties The Seller undertakes to notify the Buyer of any obstacles on his part, which may negatively influence proper and timely delivery of the Equipment.
STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY The University of Minnesota and the Union are committed to recognizing and acknowledging the healthy and positive diversity that we have on the University campuses. Further, the parties recognize that all employees have the right to work in a productive environment in which there is no verbal or physical intimidation, or discrimination or harassment based on the criteria provided in Section 1, Discrimination Prohibition, and Section 2, Sexual Harassment. It is in this spirit that the parties agree to the provisions of this Article. This statement shall not be grievable nor shall either party use this Section as evidence or argument in arbitration.
