Common use of Precedents Clause in Contracts

Precedents. A final decision made with respect to any grievance in the first or second step shall apply to that grievance only and shall not become a binding precedent in the case of other grievances, nor a precedent, which shall bind the parties as in interpretation of the Agreement. All settlements must be consistent with the terms and conditions of the Agreement. Time limits may be extended by mutual agreements of both parties. Any aggrieved employee and Union representative shall have the right to be present at any stage of the grievance procedure in which the grievance is being considered. No employee may leave the job, take up, or settle a grievance without requesting permission from the immediate supervisor. Such permission will be granted provided it does not retard or interfere with operations or create a hazardous condition. If permission cannot be granted, time limits will be waived until permission is granted. Witnesses called by either party may attend the grievance meeting at any step, subject to the same provisions above outlined for attendance of an aggrieved employee. The Local Union or its authorized representative shall have the right to examine time sheets and other records pertaining to the computation of compensation of any individual or individuals whose pay is in dispute or other records pertaining to a specific grievance. Compensation will be paid for reasonable time spent discussing or investigating grievances during normal work schedules.