How Do You Start A Labor Union?
Through the collective bargaining process, unions and employers negotiate in order to execute a collective bargaining agreement covering wages, working conditions, benefits and other terms and conditions of work. In some cases, union workers can vote to strike which involves refusal to work under an existing contract. There are some hurdles that can occur in starting a union. Follow these steps to start the process. Hold a meeting of all of the workers who are interested in learning more about starting a union. Meetings can be held and distribution of union literature is permitted while at work but only during breaks and off-time. Distribution of union literature can only be done at the employer’s location but not where production takes place. Collect signature cards from workers who are in favor of starting a union. You will need to collect cards from at least 30 percent of the workers in the proposed collective bargaining unit. The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBE
