Notification, Consultations and Negotiations. The Employer shall notify the Union in writing of any proposed changes in personnel policies or practices which affect the conditions under which employees work. Whenever possible, such written notification shall be provided the Union at least four (4) weeks in advance of the proposed implementation of the changes. If requested by the Union within ten (10) days of its receipt of such notification, the Employer will meet with the Union to discuss the proposed changes and to negotiate in good faith over the impact of such changes on unit employees. Examples of changes which entitle the Union to such notification include but are not limited to the following: The PHT or the County merging with or acquiring other hospitals or agencies; changes in job descriptions, specifications, qualifications or evaluation system; new or changed job classifications; changes in the Employer’s policies and procedures, work or disciplinary rules; changes in shift starting and quitting times; plans for opening or acquiring new units or reassignment of personnel; and such committee recommendations as the Employer wishes to implement even where the Union was represented on the committee making the initial recommendations. Nothing in this article shall diminish the right of the Employer to take action described in the Management Rights and Scope of This Agreement Article.
Notification, Consultations and Negotiations. Section 1. Prevailing Benefits Clause Any benefits recognized by the Employer and heretofore enjoyed by the employee, which are not specifically provided for or abridged by this Agreement, shall continue under conditions upon which they have previously been granted.
Notification, Consultations and Negotiations. The Employer shall notify the Union in writing of any proposed changes in personnel policies or practices which affect the conditions under which employees work. Whenever possible, such written notification shall be provided the Union at least four
