Chap 12 The Union-Management Framework Flashcards
What is a Union
An organization with the legal authority to represent workers, negotiate the terms and conditions of employment with the employer, and administer the collective agreement
What is a collective agreement
a labour contract that addresses a variety of issues such as wages, benefits, working conditions, etc.
- It is usually negotiated between the local union’s bargaining committee and the HR department
- It places restrictions on management’s rights in managing the workplace
What are the 2 causes of Unions
- Union push explanation
- Union pull explanation
When are employees pushed to a union
Employees are pushed or forced because of employer mistreatment, peer pressure or collective agreement provisions
When are employees pulled to join a union
Employees are pulled because of expected benefits
What are the 3 reasons for employees to join Unions
- Job dissatisfaction
- Individual attitudes toward unions
- Perceived union instrumentality
What are the 4 reasons for employees not to join unions
- Belief that union membership may harm chances for promotion
- Viewed as having another “boss”
- Extra costs for union dues and strikes
- Negative opinions toward collective action
What are the 2 goals and phylosophies of unions
What are the 4 Union Structures
- Local Union
- Craft Union
- Industrial Union
- National / International Union
What is the function of a local Union
What is a craft Union
What is an industrial Union
What is a national/international Union
What are the 3 impacts of union representation
Why is the association of union with strike unfair
What is the impact of unions on wage and benefits
What is the relationship between unions and productivity
What are the 5 key aspects of canadian labour law regarding unions
What are the 5 steps of the collective barganing process
