We mutually agreed that there was no interpretive dispute between the parties at the National level as to the meaning and intent of Articles 19 and 37 of the National Agreement as they relate to the issue in this grievance. The issue 1 concerns whether MPLSM operators should be allowed a second work break when performing manual distribution duties. There is no dispute between the parties at this level in regard to the application of Section 430 of the M-54 Handbook. The cited provision only applies to operators while engaged in machine duties. The determination of whether the grievant should be entitled to a break while performing manual distribution duties is a fact determination to be made at the regional or local level. Accordingly, as further agreed, this case is hereby remanded to step 3 for further processing by the parties at that level if necessary.
Document Type: Step 4 Agreement
APWU National Grievance Number: H1C3WC8512
Craft: Clerk