3.6.5 Flashcards
What is meant by the term trade union?
An organisation that protects and improves economic position and working conditions of its members
State 4 objectives of trade unions within the UK
Maximise pay
Achieving safe and secure working conditions
Attaining job security
Influencing decisions in the workplace
Is the following statement true or false?‘ Union representatives negotiating on behalf of many employees can save time and reduce the likelihood of disputes the occurring.‘
True
State two other ways in which employees may be represented within businesses apart from by trade unions
A factory or office committee
Staff Association
What conditions have to be met by a business for it to have a legal obligation to operate a European works council?
The organisation must have at least 1000 employees
At least 150 employees must be located in two or more member states of the EU
State 4 possible influences on the extent and methods of employee representation in decision-making within businesses
Leadership and management style used in the business
The overall or corporate objectives of the business
The nature of the work and employees hired
Employment legislation
What are the 2 EU laws that relate to employee presentation within larger businesses?
ICE regulations & European works council regulations
State two factors that may contribute to effective employer-employee communication
Using the appropriate style of management
Adapting the organisational structure to encourage effective communication
What is the difference between arbitration and conciliation?
Consolation only encourages negotiations without giving any judgement on validity. Arbitration is making judgement on validity resulting in binding, non-binding and pendulum arbitration
State to costs to employers that may arise from an industrial dispute
A strike will reduce revenue
Future sales may be lost if customers believe that it is an on reliable supplier
State four ways of communicating with employees
Social media
Intranets
Video conferencing
State two methods of avoiding industrial disputes
No strike and single union agreements
Advisory, conciliation and arbitration service
State three methods of resolving industrial disputes
Arbitration
Conciliation
Employment tribunals
State 4 things that benefits employers from good relations
Helping to develop a strong employer brand and corporate image
Promoting employee engagement and motivation (Hertz and Maslow’s)
Reduced absenteeism and turnover
Easier to implement change
State 3 things that benefit employees from good relations
Financial benefits
Job security
The possibility of greater participation in decision-making
