Common use of Delegate Training Clause in Contracts

Delegate Training. The employer agrees that Union delegates in a number not to exceed six (6) total employees will be allowed a total of up to eight (8) working hours each without the loss of pay to participate in union delegate training provided by the union each year. The employee shall request leave approval from the employee’s manager as far in advance as possible but at least three (3) weeks prior to the planned absence for approval. The Union shall submit to the Human Resources Office at least three (3) weeks in advance the names of employees (with their respective managers) that are scheduled to participate in the training. The union will confirm the employee’s participation in the training upon completion.