LEGITIMATE PICKET LINE Clause Samples
A Legitimate Picket Line clause defines the rights and obligations of employees and employers in relation to picket lines that are recognized as lawful under labor laws. Typically, this clause clarifies whether employees may refuse to cross a picket line established by another union or their own, and outlines any conditions or limitations on such refusals, such as notification requirements or exceptions for essential services. Its core practical function is to provide clear guidance on how picket lines are treated in the workplace, thereby reducing disputes and ensuring both parties understand their rights and responsibilities during labor actions.
LEGITIMATE PICKET LINE. It is agreed that, in the event of a strike by Unifor members or members of another Union which results in their picketing of any of the Arts Club Theatre locations or venues where Unifor members employed by the Arts Club are scheduled to work, employees shall not be subject to discipline for refusing to cross a legal picket line.
LEGITIMATE PICKET LINE. It shall not be a violation of this Agreement and it shall not be cause for discharge or disciplinary action in the event an employee refuses to enter upon any property involved in a legitimate labor dispute or refuses to go through or work behind any picket line, including the picket line of the Union party to this Agreement and including picket lines at the Employer’s place or places of business. Furthermore, an employee may refuse to cross any picket line when he fears the bodily harm may be done to him.
LEGITIMATE PICKET LINE. It is agreed that, in the event of a strike by CAW members or members of another Union which results in their picketing of any of the Arts Club Theatre locations or venues where CAW members employed by the Arts Club are scheduled to work, employees shall not be subject to discipline for refusing to cross a legal picket line.
LEGITIMATE PICKET LINE. An employee shall not be disciplined for honouring a legitimate picket line.
LEGITIMATE PICKET LINE. It shall not be a violation of this Agreement and it shall not be cause for discharge or disciplinary action in the event an employee refuses to enter upon any property involved in a legitimate labor dispute or refuses to go through or work behind any picket line. However, in the event of a potential health and safety issue, for example refuse pick-up and disposal, emergency road and street repair(s), etc., the parties agree that should bargaining unit personnel normally assigned to such tasks refuse to cross a picket line, then non-bargaining unit personnel will be allowed to perform such tasks, with no harm to the Employer as a result.