M7S1 Labor Relations Flashcards
Labor organization consisting of workers or employees formed for the primary purpose of engaging in collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) with employers regarding terms and conditions of employment.
labor union
____________ are important because, power mostly goes to employers (to hire you, fire you, promote and demote you).
Unions
Gives employees power to negotiate
Unions
These organizations tend to have a negative portrayal (news about strike)
Unions
The primary function of a labor union is to engage in collective bargaining agreements with employers to establish or improve the terms and conditions of employment for their members.
Collective Bargaining Agreements
This includes negotiations related to wages, benefits, working hours, and other employment terms
Collective Bargaining Agreements
Unions represent their members in various employment-related matters, such as disciplinary actions, grievances, and disputes with employers. They act as advocates for their members’ rights and interests.
Representation
At least 20% of the employees are advocates
Representation
Endo - end of contract
Collective Bargaining Agreements
Labor unions often provide education and training programs to their members to enhance their skills, knowledge, and awareness of labor rights and responsibilities. This can include workshops on labor laws, workplace safety, and leadership development
Education and Training
Unions may offer legal assistance to members who face employment-related legal issues. This can include support in filing complaints, pursuing labor cases, or seeking redress for unfair labor practices.
Legal Assistance
One member was harassed in the workplace, unions will be able to help legally to face this issue
Legal Assistance
Unions engage in advocacy efforts to promote workers’ rights and welfare. They may lobby for legislative changes or participate in campaigns related to labor and social issues.
Advocacy
Unions may organize actions, such as protests, strikes, or pickets, to address workplace issues, unfair labor practices, or to support broader labor movements.
Solidarity Actions
Hiring people to prevent unionization
An illegal act
Union Busting