This supersedes our decision dated May 20, 1982.
The issue in this grievance involves local management requiring an employee to attend an interview with a PAR counselor. It was mutually agreed to fully settle this case by application of Part 872.31, Employee and Labor Relations Manual, which states:
"postal managers and supervisors who have identified employees with apparent alcohol related employment problems have the responsibility of referring such employees to the program and should contact PAR personnel for assistance and information regarding proper referral procedures. Management has the authority to require the employee to attend an initial PAR interview." Participation in PAR beyond this initial interview is voluntary. (With Note)
Document Type: Step 4 Agreement
APWU National Grievance Number: H8N1EC7980