Rostering Parameters Sample Clauses
Rostering Parameters.
64.1 In addition to the principles outlined above, the ‘default’ rostering parameters are outlined in clause 53, as well as the points listed below:
a) Maximum number of Shifts less than 8 hours but not less than 6 hours – 6 in a 28-day period.
b) Employees will not be rostered for more than 2 weekends, consisting of a Saturday and a Sunday, or a Saturday only or a Sunday only, in a 28-day period, provided that no splitting of weekend occurs at the start and finish of the roster cycle.
c) Limit the number of successive early starts (to four (4) maximum).
d) Restrict the number of successive afternoon shifts to a maximum of six (6) consecutive shifts.
e) Restrict the number of successive night shifts (no more than 4).
f) Arrange shifts so day sleep is not restricted.
g) Where possible, provide at least 24 hours’ notice before night work.
64.2 Rosters (also referred to as ‘Roster Cycle’) must include the start and finish times of each Shift.
64.3 Rosters are to show the work location or section of track where the work is to be performed for each Shift.
64.4 Except as provided in this paragraph the ordinary Shifts to be worked by an Employee will be of a maximum length of twelve (12) hours.
64.5 Other than by mutual agreement, the Company will not impose a regime of permanent afternoon or night Shift. The following performance-based parameters should underline the design of work schedules:
a) ensure Employees have a minimum of 48 consecutive hours free of work in a 14-day period.
b) account for “covering” contingencies caused by sickness or absences.
c) capacity to replace/relieve Employees where unplanned or unavoidable extended hours have created a risk to Employee health and safety. It is recognised, however, that these ‘default’ parameters are intended to apply to workgroups where local level consultation and/or custom and practice have not developed business- specific rostering arrangements.
Rostering Parameters. 6.2.1. There will be three roster links: Early,
Rostering Parameters. 16.5.1 The parties acknowledge the variations in business requirements for rostered work across ▇▇▇'s business units. These variations need to be addressed through local level consultation and agreement which addresses business requirements while ensuring compliance with the Rostering principles contained in this agreement.
16.5.2 In addition to the principles outlined above, the 'default' Rostering parameters are outlined in Appendix 'A' as well as the points listed below.
i) Maximum number of shifts less than 8 hours but not less than six (6) hours - 6 in a 28 day period
ii) Employees will not be rostered for more than two (2) weekends, consisting of a Saturday and a Sunday, or a Saturday only or a Sunday only, in a 28-day period, provided that no splitting of weekend occurs at the start and finish of the roster cycle.
iii) Maximum number of night shifts and or afternoon shifts - one (1) weeks of nights or two (2) weeks of afternoons, or one week of both in a 28 day period It is recognised, however, that these 'default' parameters are intended to apply to workgroups where local level consultation and/or custom and practice has not developed business specific Rostering arrangements.
16.5.3 Where a shift is cancelled and/or re-allocated to an alternative day where less than 48 hours notice is given, the employee will be paid a penalty payment of 15% for the reallocated shift in addition to all entitlements associated with the shift.