Common use of Material Changes in Working Conditions Clause in Contracts

Material Changes in Working Conditions. Prior to the introduction of run-throughs or changes in home stations or of material changes in working conditions which are to be initiated solely by the Railway and would have significantly adverse effects on engineers, the Railway will: (a) Negotiate with the TCRC measures to minimize any significantly adverse effects of the proposed change on locomotive engineers, but such measures shall not include changes in rates of pay, and (b) Give at least six months' advance notice to the TCRC of any such proposed change, with a full description thereof along with details as to the anticipated changes in working conditions. While not necessarily limited thereto, in the case of run-throughs, and the case of other changes where applicable, the matters considered negotiable will include the following: 1. Appropriate timing 2. Appropriate phasing 3. Hours on duty 4. Equalization of miles 5. Work distribution

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Sources: Rates of Pay and Rules Governing Services of Locomotive Engineers, Rates of Pay and Rules Governing Services of Locomotive Engineers