Educational and Training Programs. The employer will implement the required educational and training programs relating to the health and safety of employees at no cost to the employees and to be conducted during normal work time. The employer will ensure the co-chairpersons of the Committee receive training respecting the duties and functions of the Committee. Upon receipt of reasonable written notice, committee members shall be permitted to take leave for period(s) not to exceed five (5) working days per year to attend relevant occupational health and safety training. When a committee member attends a training session conducted by Occupational Health and Safety or an approved training agency, the employee will suffer no loss of seniority or earnings. Employees who feel they have not had opportunity for training on new equipment which they are required to operate as part of their normal duties should first discuss the issue with their supervisor and then, if necessary, with the Human Resources Department.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
