Force Majeure Shutdowns Clause Samples
A Force Majeure Shutdowns clause defines the circumstances under which a party is excused from performing contractual obligations due to extraordinary events beyond their control, such as natural disasters, war, or government actions. This clause typically outlines the types of events considered force majeure, the process for notifying the other party, and the duration for which performance may be suspended. Its core function is to allocate risk and provide relief from liability when unforeseen events make contract performance impossible or impractical.
Force Majeure Shutdowns. It is understood and agreed that if forces or events beyond the control of the Employer, constituting “force majeure”, cause a temporary shutdown of all or part of its operations, the provisions of Article 31 [Displacement, Layoff And Recall] shall not apply, providing the duration of the temporary shutdown in each case does not exceed sixty (60) consecutive calendar days, commencing on and from and including the start date of any such shutdown. Under these circumstances, a Regular Employee shall have the option of using some or all or his or her vacation entitlement, to the extent available, in whole or in part, during the period of such temporary shutdown. Otherwise, they shall be deemed to be on unpaid leave of absence.