Glossary of Union Terms

These are terms that we use when discussing Union functions.

B (3) | C (3) | D (1) | E (1) | G (2) | J (4) | L (2) | M (7) | O (1) | P (3) | R (5) | S (3) | T (2) | U (1) | W (1)

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Bargaining Unit	A group of workers who bargain collectively with the employer. The unit may include all the workers in a single location or in a number of locations, or it may include only the workers in a single craft or department.
Base Rate	A wage excluding premiums, benefits and incentive bonuses.
Bumping	In a layoff, a worker takes over the job of a worker with less seniority.

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