Common use of Initial Handling Clause in Contracts

Initial Handling. Any grievance which involves discipline or suspension or discharge of an employee, or interpretation of this Agreement shall first be taken up between the Union Representative and the Employer. If the matter is not resolved between the Employer and the Union within five (5) days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, after first being taken up, it shall be reduced to writing by the grieving party and signed by the grievant; copies shall be sent to the other party to the case and to his collective bargaining representative.

Initial Handling. Any grievance which involves discipline or suspension or discharge of an employee, or interpretation of this Agreement shall first be taken up between the Union Representative and the Employer. If the matter is not resolved between the Employer and the Union within five (5) days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays Sundays, and holidays, after first being taken up, it shall be reduced to writing by the grieving party and signed by the grievant; copies shall be sent to the other party to the case and to his collective bargaining representative.