Understanding Your Rights
The following articles are frequently cited in grievances. We are developing detailed guidance for each article to help members understand their rights and the grievance process.
Contract Articles & Common Issues
Workplace Rights & Representation
- Article 1.6 – Bargaining Unit Work
- Supervisors performing craft work
- Protection of craft duties
- Article 2 – Discrimination
- Workplace discrimination
- Equal employment rights
- Article 3 – Management’s Rights
- Scope of management authority
- Management responsibilities
- Article 5 – Prohibition of Unilateral Action
- Changes to working conditions
- Contract modifications
- Article 17 – Representation
- Union representation rights
- Steward duties and access
Work Assignment & Hours
- Article 7 – Crossing Crafts
- Work assignments across crafts
- Proper craft designation
- Article 8 – Hours of Work
- Overtime issues
- Schedule changes
- Break periods
Discipline & Procedures
- Article 16 – Discipline Procedures
- Progressive discipline
- Just cause
- Due process rights
Craft-Specific Articles
- Article 37 – Clerk Craft
- Article 38 – Maintenance Craft
- Article 39 – Motor Vehicle Craft
Need Assistance?
If you believe your rights under any of these articles have been violated:
- Document the incident
- Contact your shop steward
- Email us for guidance
This resource is continuously updated. Check back for detailed information about specific articles and grievance procedures.
