Common use of Training Program Opportunities Clause in Contracts

Training Program Opportunities. The parties shall discuss the development, administration and oversight of program(s) for on-the-job training within the motion picture industry in the various job classifications covered by this Collective Agreement. The goal of the training program(s) shall be to enhance employment for individuals who are under-represented in this industry. The types of training programs established may vary depending on the experience of the candidates and the requirements of the classification for which the training is provided. The training program(s) will include pre-training to teach set protocol, use of equipment, department information, call sheets, safety and other information, as well as any applicable craft orientation. All trainees shall be required to complete baseline courses (i.e. H&S 101) before commencing work. Trainees will be compensated at the Trainee rate. After the trainee completes any pre-training and/or craft orientation, the Company shall assign the trainee to the production in consultation with the Union and Head of Department. Trainees will not displace any crew members working under the Collective Agreement. The trainee may be assigned work on different productions, including productions of entities related to or affiliated with the Company. Trainees may be placed on a production(s) for up to 60 days, at which time they will be eligible to apply for membership with the Union. Once accepted into membership, the Company may assign the individual to work as a member of the regular crew under the Collective Agreement. The parties may mutually agree to extend the 60 day trainee period.