The question raised in this grievance is whether management violated Article 35 of the National Agreement by requiring the grievant with an attendance problem to meet with a PAR Counselor. After further review of this matter, we mutually agreed that no national interpretive issue is fairly presented in the particulars evidenced in this case. During our discussion, we mutually agreed that management should refer an employee with an attendance problem to meet with a PAR counselor if there is an indication that alcoholism or drug abuse is present. Each case must be reviewed on an individual basis in accordance with Section 870 of the Employee and Labor Relations Manual. Accordingly, as we further agreed, this case is hereby remanded to the parties at Step 3 for further processing if necessary.
Document Type: Step 4 Agreement
APWU National Grievance Number: H1N5DC26701