Free Union Agreement Outline HR Template
UNION AGREEMENT OUTLINE
Parties Involved
[Company Name]
[Union Name]
[Effective Date]
Introduction
● Purpose of the Agreement
● Term of the Agreement
Article 1: Recognition and Coverage
● Recognition of the Union as the exclusive bargaining representative
● Definition of the bargaining unit
● Exclusions from the bargaining unit
Article 2: Union Rights and Responsibilities
● Access to company premises
● Use of company communication channels
● Union dues and payroll deduction authorization
Article 3: Management Rights
● The company's rights to manage and control its operations
● Limitations on management rights
● Consultation and notification requirements
Article 4: Negotiation Procedure
● Negotiation schedule and locations
● Submission of proposals and counter proposals
● Impasse resolution procedures
● Mediation and arbitration processes
Article 5: Wages and Benefits
● Wage scales and adjustments
● Benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies
● Bonuses, incentives, and other compensation-related matters
Article 6: Hours of Work and Overtime
● Regular work hours
● Overtime rates and eligibility
● Scheduling practices and shift assignments
Article 7: Working Conditions
● Workplace safety and health
● Employee rights and responsibilities
● Grievance procedures and dispute resolution
Article 8: Employee Discipline and Termination
● Grounds for discipline or termination
● Progressive discipline process
● Employee rights during disciplinary actions
Article 9: Union Security and Membership
● Union membership requirements
● Union security provisions
● Check-off of union dues
Article 10: Training and Development
● Employee training programs
● Tuition reimbursement
● Professional development opportunities
Article 11: No Strikes and Lockouts
● No-strike and no-lockout provisions
● Dispute resolution procedures for alleged violations
Article 12: Duration and Renewal
● Duration of the agreement
● Process for renewal negotiations
● Continuation of existing terms during negotiations
Article 13: Ratification and Implementation
● Ratification process
● The effective date of the agreement
● Implementation procedures
Article 14: Miscellaneous
● Severability clause
● Entire agreement clause
● Amendments and modifications
● Governing law and jurisdiction
Signatures:
[Company Representative Name] [Union Representative Name]
[Signature] [Signature]
Date: [Date Signed]
