icon Right to representation

A member has a right to say:

If this discussion could in anyway lead to my being disciplined or terminated or cause an effect on my personal working conditions, I respectfully request that my union representative, officer or steward be present at this meeting. Without representation present, I choose not to participate in this discussion.

To contact your Shop Steward or an Executive Board Member click here

To contact the ATU Local 1587 office click here



icon Right to refuse unsafe work

Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, section 43(3), an Employee may refuse work where he or she has reason to believe that there is a danger to health or safety. Upon refusing work the employee shall immediately report the circumstances of the refusal to the Employer or Supervisor. You have the right to refuse unsafe work. USE IT!

To contact a Health & Safety Rep click here

Read the ATU Canadian Council's pamphlet here

Also, please familiarize yourself with this page found on the Ministry of Labour website