The USPS and the APWU agree that the following terms will settle the issue in dispute.
1. The Postal Service acknowledges its obligation under Article 14 of the National Agreement to provide safe working conditions in all present and future postal installations and to develop a safe working force. The union will cooperate with and assist management to live up to this responsibility.
2. The Postal Service also acknowledges its obligation under Article 23 of the National Agreement to allow with reasonable notice, duly authorized representatives of the Union to enter postal installations for the purpose of performing and engaging in official Union duties and business related to the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Such representatives need not be on the employee's payroll and may include "safety and health experts." All such representatives must adhere to the terms and conditions of Article 23.
Document Type: National Pre-Arbitration Settlement
APWU National Grievance Number: H4C4GC24864