Common use of Technological Clause in Contracts

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 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 retraining, 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.. Seniority accumulates when an employee is absent from work: