Common use of Wellness Programs Clause in Contracts

Wellness Programs. The Parties recognize the benefits of a physically fit and healthy workforce and agree upon the appropriate arrangements whereby em- ployees may voluntarily participate in a wellness program, which would include administrative leave not to exceed 3 hours per week, if the workload permits. The Local parties may mutually agree to exempt administrative leave as a provi- sion of their wellness program. If use of administrative leave in lieu of duty time is not feasible, Local parties are encouraged to consider some reimbursement for fees associated with off-duty wellness activities. The specific details for each unit’s wellness program will be left to the Local parties. The Parties fully expect collaborative negotiations at the local and intermediate levels to support the health and well being of employees to the fullest extent possible. However, if disagreement arises through negotiations, or application of local agreements, 3 hours per week of administrative leave is the default if the workload permits. These provisions do not affect the physical fitness requirements or policy for those employees who are covered by arduous duties covered by firefighters and Law Enforcement Officers.