Common use of TECHNOLOGICAL AND MECHANICAL CHANGES Clause in Contracts

TECHNOLOGICAL AND MECHANICAL CHANGES. Definition: Technological and mechanical changes shall be defined to mean the introduction and utilization of vehicular and other trucks and trailers changes which have not previously been used with the bargaining unit by the Company and the use of which results in the termination or the laying off of regular Employees. Recognition by Parties: All Parties to this Agreement recognize that technological and mechanical changes that result in the increased efficiency and productivity must be encouraged and further that all Parties have a direct responsibility to reduce to a minimum the adverse effects that may result from such changes. Prior Notification: The Company shall advise the Union as far in advance as possible, and not less than thirty (30) calendar days prior to the introduction of technological or mechanical changes and the matter shall immediately become the topic of general discussion and consultation between the Company and the Union and particularly in regard to: The effect such changes will have on the number of Employees within the bargaining unit; The probable effect on working conditions; and Any changes in job classifications.

TECHNOLOGICAL AND MECHANICAL CHANGES. Definition: Technological Definition - technological and mechanical changes shall be defined to mean the introduction and utilization of vehicular and other trucks and trailers equipment changes which have not previously been used with the bargaining unit by the Company and the use of which results in the termination or the laying off of regular Employeesemployees. Recognition by Parties: All Parties – all parties to this Agreement recognize that technological and mechanical changes that result in the increased efficiency and productivity must be encouraged encouraged, and further that all Parties parties have a direct responsibility to reduce to a minimum the adverse effects that may result from such changes. Prior Notification: The Notification – the Company shall advise the Union Association as far in advance as possible, and not less than thirty (30) calendar days prior to the introduction of technological or mechanical changes and the matter shall immediately become the topic of general discussion and consultation between the Company and the Union Association and particularly in regard to: The : (a) the effect such changes will have on the number of Employees employees within the bargaining unit; The ; (b) the probable effect on working conditions; and Any ; (c) any changes in job classifications.