Negotiations continued this week at the WHQ training center in Chicago, with the first day devoted to Joint Board of Adjustment (JBA) hearings.
Contract discussions commenced on the 14th with the Company passing a counter proposed Training article to the Union, and following additional discussions, the parties reached agreement. With the inclusion of language from the Continental Agreement, this article represented a positive fundamental shift in the way training will be administered. In addition to the T/A, a new Letter of Agreement, “Covered Employees Working as Full Time Trainers” was signed by both parties.
The remainder of the week’s negotiations focused on Article VI, Hours of Service. Extensive discussions were held on this article which covers all aspects of shift work, including hours and bids.
Negotiations will continue next week in San Francisco, beginning on September 21st.
