Woolworths Distribution Centre Award 2004
AP837192 - Woolworths Distribution Centre Award 2004
It is agreed that in the event of a dispute arising every endeavour will be made to amicably settle the same by direct negotiation and consultation between the parties to this award. To facilitate the settlement of any such dispute the following channel of communication shall apply:
32.1 The Union representative or other employee nominated representative shall discuss any matters affecting the employees they represent with the supervisor in charge of the work.
32.2 If agreement is not reached at this level, a Union or other employee nominated representative shall approach the responsible company official appointed for further discussions.
32.3 If the matter is not resolved at these discussions, the Union representative shall notify the Secretary of the Union of the nature of the matter in dispute and discussions shall then be carried out between representatives of management and the Union or other employee nominated representative.
32.4 In the event of negotiations between management and the Union or other employee nominated representative not resolving the matter in dispute either party shall be at liberty to refer the matter to the Australian Industrial Relations Commission for conciliation and/or arbitration.
32.5 It is agreed that work shall continue during the period of negotiation, discussion and consultation except in the case of work that is considered to be unsafe. In any case, where work is considered unsafe, the management shall be immediately consulted to determine whether safety regulations are being observed.
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