LAY-OFF AND WORK RESUMPTION. The parties subscribe to the principles that lay-offs be avoided wherever possible, that any reduction in the work force be done with the least possible disruption, and that whenever a lay-off is necessary the most senior Employee be retained. They agree to meet whenever any reduction is anticipated with a view to furthering these principles and seeking alternatives to lay-offs.
LAY-OFF AND WORK RESUMPTION. (a) Layoff shall be in the reverse order of seniority, however the employer shall have the right to retain employees who would otherwise be laid off when layoff in accordance with this Article would result in retaining employees who are not capable and qualified to perform the required work. When recalling employees, recalls shall be carried out in order of seniority provided the employee is capable and qualified of performing the required work.
LAY-OFF AND WORK RESUMPTION
