Excerpt: The Unionâs Role The Union is certified by law to enforce the contract in regards to working conditions, hours and wages. Under Article 14 of the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) the Union cooperates with and assists management to live up to their responsibility to provide safe working conditions. Far too often the Union has…
As the corona virus (COVID-19) spreads throughout the country and begins to affect APWU members, it becomes increasingly important that we have a Human Relations Director. There should be no delay in naming a replacement for sister Carney. First Name: Desi Last Name: Neurohr Email: dneurohr@pgh-metro.net Union/Local: APWU – Florida State Retirees Chapter Office held…
“The Postal Service continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19 across the United States. The following information is provided to assist you as managers and supervisors to communicate with your employees.” Related: APWU: Postal Service âliberalâ leave policy in light of school closings
In a special âBusiness Focusâ video released this week, Postmaster General Megan J. Brennan updates employees on the new coronavirus. The virus, also known as COVID-19, was identified late last year in Wuhan, China, and has been spreading around the world, including the United States. âThe Postal Service is taking this health threat seriously, but…
Dinner to celebrate 50th anniversary of the Great Postal Strike postponed March 09, 2020 Due to the rapid developments around the outbreak of the coronavirus in New York and other locations, NALC has postponed the dinner to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Great Postal Strike scheduled for March 21 in New York City. While…
“Please immediately review the attached 2020 Postal Service Pandemic Influenza Plan (PIP), which establishes a baseline of Postal Service policies and procedures for preparedness, response and recovery from any infectious disease outbreak. Although it is not specific to the COVID-19 outbreak, those policies and procedures are generally applicable to a potential COVID-19 pandemic, pursuant to…
The USPS urges employees to stay home when they are sick. If employees follow this advice, and then face disciplinary action for not coming to work, we can use this in their defense:
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is providing the public with tips to prevent influenza and other contagious respiratory illnesses. Here are some general tips: ⢠Get vaccinated. Everyone 6 months of age and older should get a flu vaccine every season, especially people at high risk, including adults 65 and older, pregnant…
