Common use of Commitments to Training Clause in Contracts

Commitments to Training. In order to increase the safety, efficiency, productivity and competitiveness of the Employer a commitment to training and skill development is required. Accordingly, the Employer is committed to; (a) Developing a more highly skilled and flexible workforce. (b) Providing all employees with career opportunities through appropriate training to acquire the additional skills as required. (c) A training program being developed for each employee consistent with: (i) The current future skill needs of the Employer and the employee along with the size, structure and nature of the Employer business operations. (ii) The need to develop vocational skills relevant to the Employer, the Employee and the Railway Industry. (iii) Developing a more healthy and safe working environment in particular by ensuring that appropriate numbers of employees receive appropriate training in first aid, traffic management and railway safe working principals. (d) All costs associated with training including meals, accommodation and course fees will be paid by the Employer.