Module VII

Question 1

Define: third-party assistance

Answer 1

Dispute resolution mechanism where outside party conferring with union and employer

Question 2

Define: final offer vote

Answer 2

Employer may request that employees vote on the offer made by the employer, or the labour minister may direct a vote.

Question 3

Define: back-to-work legislation

Answer 3

Ends a strike or lockout and usually imposes arbitration

Question 4

List: types of strike action (4)

Answer 4

• Cessation of work
• Continue working but restrict output
• Rotating strikes
• Wildcat (illegal) strikes

Question 5

List: possible concerns regarding strikes (6)

Answer 5

• Violence and property damage
• Loss of business
• Loss of jobs
• Inconvenience to public
• Economic impact
• Effect on investment

Question 6

List: factors affecting strikes (9)

Answer 6

• Differences in information between union and employer
• Economic environment
• Bargaining unit characteristics
• Internal conflicts within the union or employer
• Relationship between union and employer
• Negotiator skill and experience
• Bargaining history
• Legal environment
• Employee discontent

Question 7

List: requirements for a strike or lockout (6)

Answer 7

• No collective agreement in force
• Parties have bargained in good faith
• Conciliation or mediation process completed
• Strike vote
• Notice of strike or lockout
• Essential services agreement in place

Question 8

List: strike activities (3)

Answer 8

• Strike pay
• Picketing
• Secondary picketing