Common use of Crossing of Picket Lines During Strike Clause in Contracts

Crossing of Picket Lines During Strike. Unless an emergency involving public health would exist, an employee covered by this Agreement shall have the right to refuse to cross a picket line where a legal strike or lockout is in effect. Failure to cross such a picket line where a legal strike or lockout is in effect shall not be considered a violation of this Agreement nor shall it be grounds for disciplinary action. A legal strike or lockout shall be as defined under the Labour Relations Act.

Crossing of Picket Lines During Strike. Unless an emergency involving public health would exist, an An employee covered by this Agreement shall have the right to refuse to cross a picket line where a legal strike or lockout is in effect. Failure to cross such a picket line where a legal strike or lockout is in effect by a member of this union shall not be considered a violation of this Agreement Agreement, nor shall it be grounds for disciplinary actionaction other than loss of pay for the period involved. A legal strike or lockout shall be as defined under the Labour Relations Act.Nothing from herein prevents a company from maintaining service to its client. ARTICLE 6 –