Labour Relations Meetings. Labour Relations meetings will be held to discuss any questions of mutual interest other than those being the object of a grievance or those being the jurisdiction of the Health and Safety Committee. These meetings shall occur once every three (3) months.
Labour Relations Meetings. (Joint Advisory Committee)
Labour Relations Meetings. The Parties recognize that part of maintaining good labour relations is a constant dialogue on the issues that face the facility on an ongoing basis. It is further recognized that constant communication will xxxxxx harmonious labour relations and allow the parties to deal effectively with any and all workplace issues which may not have a regular forum for discussion. As such, it is the intent of the parties to establish regular labour relations meetings at intervals that are appropriate but occurring in principle on a bi-weekly basis or sooner as determined by the requirements of both parties. These meetings will give the parties the opportunity to discuss any issues that arise including but not limited to, training, government legislation, safety requirements, business conditions, and employee concerns. It is not the intent of these meetings to replace any legislated or established labour relations activities or required meetings, but enhance the communication and dialogue between the parties. Letter of Intent #10: Third Party Containment The union acknowledges the Customer’s expectation of third party containment. The Company will make every possible effort to minimize the amount of time needed for third party containment and will inform the Union in advance of any third party containment taking place within the plant. Letter of Intent #11: New Technology The Company and the Union acknowledge that future growth opportunities in St. Xxxxxx may involve new technology that requires enhanced skills and abilities which may not be present in the current work force. While the Company reserves the right to determine the skill requirements for each position, it also recognizes the benefits of providing employees with the necessary training and skills to perform the required duties in such positions. As such, the primary focus of the Company will always be to provide existing employees training where appropriate. In cases where this may not be feasible, the Company and the Union will meet to discuss ways of insuring that the requisite skills are in place to assure our mutual success.
