No Violence or Abuse. The Employer and the Union agree that no form of violence or abuse shall be condoned in the workplace. Both parties shall work together in recognizing and resolving such concerns as they arise. Any employee who believes that they are being abused shall report this to their immediate supervisor or the Administrator and a Union Health and Safety Committee member.
No Violence or Abuse. The Employer and the Union recognize that the possibility of violence or abuse on the part of clients/residents towards employees is inherent in the work being performed, given the extent to which clients/residents are suffering from various stressors which may increase the risk of such behaviour. Therefore, it is even more important than in other settings for everyone to be particularly vigilant on such issues. No form of violence or abuse shall be condoned in the workplace, and the Employer, the Union and all employees will work together to recognize and resolve concerns relating to it, and to reduce the likelihood of it as much as reasonably practicable. Any employee who believes that they are being subjected to violence or abuse shall forthwith report this to their immediate supervisor or the Administrator and a Safety & Health Committee member. Further, any such employee may contact the police for additional assistance as required.
No Violence or Abuse. The Employer and the Union agree that no form of violence or abuse shall be condoned in the workplace. The employee will have the right to refuse unsafe work and walk away from the unsafe situation without disciplinary action. Both parties shall work together in recognizing and resolving such concerns as they arise. Any employee who believes that they are being abused shall report this to their immediate supervisor or the Administrator and a Union Health and Safety Committee member. The Employer will reimburse employees for cleaning, repair or replacement costs if their personal property necessary to be brought to work {glasses, clothing, cars, etc.) is damaged, soiled or destroyed by supported individuals and for which the employee has no insurance. UP 16 – Article 15 - Workers Compensation An employee involved in an accident or illness as a result of work for the Employer must report such accident and/or illness immediately to the Employer. If the illness or injury is such that the employee cannot report for work on their next or subsequent shifts, they must notify the Employer prior to the start of the shift(s) indicating the necessity for and the expected amount of time away from the workplace. Workers Compensation benefits shall be paid directly to the employee. The Employer agrees to ensure an employee suffers no loss of regular pay during a shift where they are injured and seek and obtain medical care. The employer recognize the Union provided WCB assistance to it members and will assist the Union in doing so. The Joint Health and Safety Committee will address the need to decrease the number and severity of incidents resulting from residents' behavior problems (including aggression) which may compromise employees ' safety. The committee will review the effectiveness of current policies on a regular basis remind employee’s they have the right to refuse unsafe work
