Common use of APPRENTICES/TRAINEES Clause in Contracts

APPRENTICES/TRAINEES. To ensure that apprentices receive on the job training by experienced trades people and apprentice numbers are maximised, the employer shall endeavour to maintain a ratio of at least one apprentice to four tradespeople. Where this is not achievable due to health and safety reasons or matters outside the employer’s control, the parties shall discuss the matter and try to reach a settlement. If no settlement is possible the matter may be referred by either party to the Disputes Board for determination in accordance with clause 18.2.11 of this Agreement. The parties will investigate the proposal to establish a Power Industry Apprentice Training Scheme. Apprentices and Trainees shall be required to complete the off-the-job component of their training without loss of pay and during ordinary working hours, including attendance at an RTO premises as required.

APPRENTICES/TRAINEES. To ensure that apprentices receive on the job training by experienced trades people and apprentice numbers are maximised, the employer Employer shall endeavour to maintain a ratio of at least one apprentice to four tradespeople. Where this is not achievable due to health and safety reasons or matters outside the employerEmployer’s control, the parties shall discuss the matter and try to reach a settlement. If no settlement is possible the matter may be referred by either party to the Disputes Board for determination in accordance with clause 18.2.11 25.2.5 of this Agreement. The parties will investigate the proposal to establish a Power Industry Apprentice Training Scheme. Apprentices and Trainees shall be required to complete the off-the-job component of their training without loss of pay and during ordinary working hours, including attendance at an RTO premises as required.