This letter supersedes the USPS decision dated September 24, 1982.
This USPS Step 4 Denial outlines Management's position on whether management violated Articles 19 and 37 of the National Agreement by conducting an EDIT with a sample size larger than 25 letters. As it was discussed, the M-16 Handbook (EDIT Operating Guidelines) does not limit the size of an EDIT to 25 pieces of mail. Section 322.1 of the M-16 clearly identified 25 letters as a minimum sample. The Postal Service concluded that management is not in violation of the National Agreement, and denied the grievance.
Document Type: USPS Position Letter
APWU National Grievance Number: H1C4JC5875
Craft: Clerk