Technological Change a. Technological Change is defined as the introduction of new technology into the operation or the automation of an activity which results in a significant change in the method of operating the business and which results in the elimination of existing jobs or the creation of new and different jobs. It does not include such things as a change in the volume or timing of the business or the normal replacement of equipment. b. The Company agrees to notify the Union of pending technological change in advance of the implementation of such change. Following such notice there shall be a discussion which may include the following issues: i. The probable effective date ii. The approximate number and classification of employees to be affected, if any iii. The approximate number of jobs to be eliminated and/or created, if any iv. Any changes required in the terms and conditions of employment for affected employees c. It is understood and agreed that any new job created by the technological change shall be posted and filled in accordance with Articles 11.05. d. If the technological change creates a permanent reduction in the number of employees needed to perform the affected operations, the reduction shall be effected in accordance with Article 11.03. This shall include employees who, after having received the requisite training, are unable to competently perform the requirements of the job he has assumed as a result of the introduction of new technology or automation. e. Employees facing layoff as a result of plant closure, partial plant closure, or technological change, having the basic qualifications may be considered for transfer to another Unifor-represented Plains Midstream Canada site. Transferred employees will be entitled to rate protection provided the protected rate in their classification is no greater than the corresponding classification of the new location.
Technological Change a. The undertakes to notify the Union in advance, so far as practicable, of any technological changes which the Hospital has decided to introduce which will significantly change the status of employees within the bargaining unit. The Hospital agrees to discuss with the Union the effect of such technological changes on the employment status of employees and to consider practical ways and means of minimizing the adverse effect, if any, upon employees concerned. Where new or greater are required than are already possessed by affected employees under the present methods of operation, such employees shall be given a period of training,with due consideration being given to the employee's U age and previous educational background, during which they may perfect or acquire the skills necessitated by the new method of operation. The employer assume the cost of tuition and travel. There shall be no reduction in wage or salary rates during the training period of any such employee. Training shall be given during the hours of work whenever possible and may extend for up to six (6) months. Employees with one are more years of continuous service who are subject to lay-off under conditions referred to above, will be given notice of the impending change in employment status at the earliest reasonable time in keeping with the notification to the Union as above set forth and the requirements of the applicable law.
