TECHNOLOGICAL AND OTHER CHANGES. The Employer recognizes that it has a responsibility to its employees before the introduction of any technological changes or methods of operation which may adversely affect the continued employment of regular employees, conditions of employment, wage rates or work load. In this respect the Employer shall notify the Union. The classification specification and wage of each position affected shall be reviewed by the Labour Management Committee prior to any changes being made. The Employer further recognizes that regular employees so affected will be given all available opportunities commensurate with seniority and abilities to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills required for retention of their employment. Notwithstanding the foregoing, it is agreed between the Parties that any regular employee who is displaced as a result of technological changes or method of operation, will be given an opportunity to fill vacancies related to their skills and qualifications according to seniority.
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Samples: Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement, Collective Agreement
