Technological Clause Samples

Technological. It is the policy of the Board to endeavour to place in other positions any permanent service members who may be displaced by technological improvements in the operation of the Service or by the contracting out of any services now performed by the members represented by the Association. Should the Board decide to contract out any work now performed by members coming within the bargaining unit, no such member with at least two years of permanent service with the Service will be laid off or have employmentterminated by reason thereof.

Technological. Cyber-crime and cyber-enabled crime; • Online safety; • Increased availability and use. • New developments i.e. North Kent Development, New Dartford Crossing; • Extreme weather events, i.e. flooding; • Impact of Brexit on transport routes.

Technological. The Hospital undertakes to notify the Union in advance, so far as practicable, of any technological changes which the Hospital has decided to introduce which will significantly change the status of employees within the bargaining unit. The Hospital agrees to discuss with the Union the effect of such technological changes on the employment status of employees and to consider practical ways and means of minimizing the adverse affect, if any, upon employees concerned. Where new or greater skills are required than are already possessed by affected employees under the present methods of operation, such employees shall be given a period of training, with due consideration being given to the employee's age and previous educational background, during which they may perfect or acquire the skills necessitated by the new method of operation. The employer will assume the cost of tuition and travel. There shall be no reduction in wage or salary rates during the training period of any such employee. Training shall be given during the hours of work whenever possible and may extend for up to six months. Employees with one (1) or more years of continuous service who are subject to lay-off under conditions referred to above, will be given notice of the impending change in employment status at the earliest reasonable time in keeping with the notification to the Union as above set forth and the requirements of the applicable law." "The Hospital shall not contract out any work usually performed by members of the bargaining unit if, as a result of such contracting out, a layoff of any employees other than casual part-time employees results from such contracting out. Contracting out to an employer who is organized and who will employ the employees of the bargaining unit who would be laid off with similar terms and conditions of employment is not a breach of this provision." "Further to Article 1) the parties agree that the Redeployment Committee will immediately undertake a review of any existing sub-contract work which would otherwise be bargaining unit work and which may be subject to expiry and open for renegotiation within six (6) months with a view to assessing the practicality and cost-effectiveness of having such work performed within the Hospital by members of the bargaining unit."

Technological. The Employer agrees to provide as much advance notice as possible to the Union, but not less than one hundred and twenty (120) days, of any major technological change which would result in changes in the employment status of employees or in this Agreement. In addition, the Employer agrees to consult with the Union with a view to resolving problems which may arise as a result of the introduction of such technological change. In cases where employees may require the Employer will make every reasonable effort to offer re-training including training courses. When the implementation of technological change is initiated by the Employer and when agreement as to its implementation is not reached between the parties, either party may refer the matter to arbitration.

Technological. The Employer will discuss proposed technological changes with the Union and will give as much notice as possible to employees affected to give them an opportunity to train to operate the new machinery or seek other employment. Changes in operation which would result in the reduction of hours of employees or a reduction of staff complement shall be considered as technological change. No regular or probationary employee shall be displaced because of technological change without having received one (1) week notice, pay included, for each year of service with a minimum of four (4) weeks, during which time they will be allowed up to five (5) hours a week with pay for the purpose of job interviews.

Technological. The Company will meet with the Job Evaluation Committee of this unit the as required, to advise them of the general plans regarding technological change, as well as to discuss potential that are likely to adversely affect security of employment. Such meeting will be held at least ninety (90) days prior to the implementation of any such change. If an employee affected by technological change has the basic skill a: ability he will be trained concerning the change affecting his job. In the event of job class decrease the employee will be red circled per article Notice of technological change shall be in writing and shall state:

Technological. Both parties recognize the overall advantages of technological change. Both parties will therefore encourage and promote technological change and improvements. With this in view, and recognizing the extensive lead time required for the selection, installation and provision of sophisticated equipment, the Employer agrees to provide as much advance notice as possible to the Union of any major technological change in equipment which would result in changes in the employment status or in this Agreement. In addition, the Employer agrees to consult with the Union with a to resolving problems which may arise as a result of the introduction of such technological change. In cases where Employees may require retraining the Employer will make every reasonable effort to offer training courses. When the implementation of technological change is initiated by Evergreen Forestry Management Limited, and when agreement as to its implementation is not reached between the parties, the matter may be referred to arbitrationfor final determination.

Technological new technology, education, training, human resources, evolution of practices, etc.

Technological. The parties have agreed that in cases where