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News Article | August 27, 2021
Surviving a Hurricane or an Earthquake
(This article first appeared in the September-October issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) As I write this article, many APWU members are still recovering from the effects of this year’s devastating weather. My prayers go out to my APWU families who were adversely affected. Natural disaster...
News Article | July 9, 2021
Staying Cool and Hydrated in Extreme Heat
(This article first appeared in the July/August 2021 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Too many workers, including postal employees, are exposed to heat on the job, in both indoor and outdoor environments. Operations involving high air temperatures, radiant heat sources (e.g. sunlight an...
News Article | November 19, 2019
Many Battles Ahead
(This article first appeared in the November/December 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) First and foremost, I would like to thank all of the members who participated in this year’s election. I would also like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to those who entrusted me to a third te...
News Article | September 19, 2019
Three APWU Represented Workers Injured by North Houston PDC Roof Collapse
Today three APWU bargaining unit employees were injured when the North Houston PDC’s roof collapsed amid severe weather conditions.
News Article | September 12, 2019
USPS Retiree Quarterly Newsletter: “Hit” or “Miss”
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) The USPS Retiree Quarterly Newsletter Spring 2019 issue, the first mailed to all USPS retirees, was both a “Hit” and a “Miss.” The “Hit” was that we now know that the USPS can reach out to all U...
News Article | September 12, 2019
Return to Work Responsibility
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) To help injured employees return to suitable employment, the Postal Service may request medical progress reports. Form CA-17 is generally used for this purpose but is not required. Preexisting d...
News Article | September 12, 2019
Spouses Serving in the Shadows
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) U.S. servicemembers who experience traumatic events during military service are commonly diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or complex PTSD. The conditions can be debilitating...
News Article | September 12, 2019
Burnout: Signs, Symptoms, and Prevention
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Burnout is a state of emotional and physical exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. People affected feel hopeless, powerless, emotionally exhausted, unable to cope, tired and down,...
News Article | September 12, 2019
From the Field
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Below are quotes from various APWU local and state publications throughout the country. All the publications listed are part of the Postal Press Association.
News Article | September 12, 2019
They Don’t Have the Right
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) We often hear that ‘management has the right to mismanage.’ NO THEY DON’T! Laws require that USPS be run efficiently, including managing the workforce. Postal regulations, statutes and our cont...
News Article | September 10, 2019
Can We Have a Happy Workplace?
(This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Some thoughts we may be having about our current work situation:
News Article | July 25, 2019
Blue Water
(This article first appeared in the July/August 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) In June, the Blue Water Veterans Act unanimously passed in the Senate. If signed by President Trump, the law will take effect at the start of 2020. The measure affects about 90,000 veterans who served...
News Article | July 25, 2019
Stress Claims
(This article first appeared in the July/August 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) If you are feeling stressed, you are not alone. It is estimated that 8 in 10 Americans feel stress in their daily lives. Numerous studies indicate job stress is the greatest source of stress for adults...
News Article | July 25, 2019
OIG Agrees with APWU, Postal Service Building Maintenance is Unsatisfactory
(This article first appeared in the July/August 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) The Postal Service is adamant in their attempts to reduce the maintenance of postal buildings and building equipment across the country. On May 6, the Office of Inspector General (OIG), following a ye...
News Article | July 25, 2019
What to Know About Pregnancy Discrimination
(This article first appeared in the July/August 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Pregnancy discrimination in the workplace is when an employer treats an employee or job applicant unfavorably because of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. Policies or practices tha...