Common use of DEPARTMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS Clause in Contracts

DEPARTMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS. The Employer may from time to time implement rules and regulations governing the operation of the Department. Any changes or additions to such rules shall be posted for a period of at least thirty (30) calendar days and shall be discussed with the Union prior to implementation. The Union agrees that its members shall comply with all properly adopted Fire Department rules and regulations, including those relating to conduct and work performance. The Employer agrees that noncompliance with Departmental rules and regulations which affect working conditions and performance of work shall be subject to the grievance procedure. Rules and regulations in effect shall be a formal part of this Agreement. Working conditions not specifically addressed in this Agreement shall remain unchanged or affected unless changed by mutual consent. All rules and regulations, as well as this Agreement, shall be reproduced and supplied to each Employee by the Employer within twenty (20) working days at no cost to the Employee.