• You have the right to ask to have a union Steward or Officer present if management asks questions that could lead to discipline.

Tell them: “I request that my union representative, officer, or steward be present at this meeting. Without representation, I choose not to answer any questions.”

• Don’t sign or agree to anything before talking with the union.

• “Obey now, grieve later.” Follow any order by management unless it is clearly illegal or unsafe. If you feel it violated the contract, you should contact the Union to file a grievance after work or during your break as soon as possible.

• Know your Rights, know your Contract, know your Steward.

For printable copies of this information formatted as a pocket-sized card click here.

For telephone and fax numbers to contact your Business Agent, click here.

For a copy of your union contract, see your union Steward, Officer, or call your Business Agent