T-Force Logistics: What Are the Rules of Picketing?
As we continue to prepare for a possible strike at T-Force Logistics, we’d like to thank everyone who came out and engaged at our information meetings this week.
Part of the process of preparation is making sure that everyone knows what to do and what not to do while striking. Employers will often try to restrict workers’ right to picket if they can. If people on the picket line don’t follow the rules, it’s entirely possible for the company to use this as an excuse to impose restrictions.
The Rules of Picketing
- The picket line will have a senior picket captain and three (3) picket captains.
- Picketers must report to the picket captain when they arrive and leave. They must sign in upon arrival and at the end of their shift.
- Picketers should cooperate with requests to change picket locations or shifts to maintain effective picket lines.
- Strikers should wear weather-appropriate, comfortable clothing and shoes.
- Picket captains should try to rotate breaks, so the picket line remains strong at all times.
- Do not litter.
- Don’t lounge on sidewalk, etc.; keep the picket line moving.
- Talk to customers who cross the picket line at retail locations and try to convince them to support the strike.
- No drugs, alcohol, weapons, or violence whatsoever will be tolerated on picket lines.
- Refer all media to the Strike Headquarters.
- Do not threaten anyone crossing the line. Do not touch or reach into personal/individual vehicles.
- Do not block traffic and/or the public by standing in a driveway/walking entrance to the facility. Do not for any reason step onto company property.
As we’ve noted in previous updates, T-Force members can expect to see regular messages about what going on strike means, what to expect while on strike, and how to prepare. We’ll be sending out as much information as we can to outline key information.
More Information & Upcoming Dates
The vote on the Company’s offer will take place on Tuesday October 15th. It’s an online vote that will be open from 12:01 am to 11:59 pm. Please make sure to let the union know if you hear about anyone that is not receiving our email updates, so we can update their email and make sure they receive their ballot.
Click on the links below for access to some key information documents:
- A summary document of your current benefits package.
- A copy of our Strike Handbook for members.
- A copy of the company’s current offer.
Please contact Jason Parrell at jason.parrell@ufcw.ca Kyle Sandau at ksandau@ufcw401.ab.ca, or Chris O’Halloran at cohalloran@ufcw401.ab.ca if you have any questions.
Posted on: October 10,2024