Common use of Procedure Rules Clause in Contracts

Procedure Rules. a. All grievances must be filled out on the “Official Grievance Form.” b. The Grievant may choose to represent himself/herself without representation. In such an event, the Grievant must waive Union representation in writing. The written waiver must be submitted to the Employer and the Union. The Union President must be notified of final disposition of the grievance. No disposition shall be inconsistent with this agreement. c. With respect to discipline cases, only suspensions, demotions, fines, and termination are arbitrable. All other disciplinary actions are grievable by filing a grievance at Step 1 of the grievance procedure. If the grievance is not resolved at Step 1, the employee may not proceed further through the grievance procedure, but may prepare a written statement that will be attached to the notice of discipline and kept in the employee’s personnel file. d. The Arbitrator has no authority to add to or subtract from the express and specific written provisions of this agreement.