6 - Employer-Employee Relations

Question 1

What Are Trade Unions?
(3 Points)

Answer 1

~ An external organisation, that acts on behalf of its members.

~ A fee is charged, to become a member.

~ Protect members, over all areas.

Question 2

What Do Trade Unions Do?
(3 Points)

Answer 2

~ Negotiate wages and working conditions.

~ Ensure reasonable employment terms.

~ Influence decisions of the business

Question 3

What Are Works Councils?
(2 Points)

Answer 3

~ An internal committee of management and employees.

~ Represent all employees, free of charge.

Question 4

What Do Work Councils Do?
(2 Points)

Answer 4

~ Resolve general work issues.

~ Looks to achieve long term visions of the company.

Question 5

What Are The Benefits Of Employee Representation?
(3 Points)

Answer 5

~ Improved motivation.

~ Employers have an understanding of employee perceptions.

~ Less risk of industrial disputes.

Question 6

What Are The Drawbacks Of Employee Representation?
(3 Points)

Answer 6

~ Industrial action, decreasing productivity.

~ Breakdown in communication and trust.

~ Slows down decision making.