Unionise your worksite

Here are the steps to Unionise your Worksite

Contact the TWU: 
Reach out to the TWU that represents workers that move Australia. We provide advice, resources and support to help you unionise your workplace.
Organise Your Workmates:
Is there an issue at work you want to see fixed? Start talking to your workmates about the benefits of unionising, like winning safety and pay rises. Share information and address any concerns they might have. Building a strong, united group is essential for a successful union campaign.
Form a TWU Committee:
Establish a committee of committed workers who will lead the efforts and work closely with the TWU. This group will help plan and coordinate activities to win stronger wages and conditions, communicate with workers, and act as liaisons with the TWU.
Sign Up TWU Members:
Collect signed membership forms from your workmates who wish to join the TWU. This demonstrates collective interest and support for union representation.
Sign a Majority Support Determination (MSD):
The TWU will provide you a legal petition to collect signatures of the new TWU Members. The MSD is a legal petition and once the majority of the workers sign it legally allows the TWU to commence enterprise bargaining negotiations with the employer. 
We Notify the Employer: 
Once the majority of the workforce has joined the TWU & signed the MSD, we will notify your employer of your intent to commence bargaining for a new workplace agreement. A letter from the TWU will be sent to the employer without identifying any indiviudal workers. 
Bargain Collectively:
Once the TWU is recognised as representing a majority of workers, you can begin collective bargaining and fight for claims such as a fair pay increase, safer jobs and better conditions at work. This involves negotiating terms and conditions of employment to form an Enterprise Agreement. If the company fail to comply with legal requirements, an application from the TWU will be lodged in the Fair Work Commission.

Legal Protections:

Protection Against Adverse Action: The Fair Work Act protects you from adverse actions, such as dismissal or discrimination, due to your involvement in union activities.
Right to Representation:
You have the right to be represented by your union in any workplace matter, including negotiations, disputes, and disciplinary actions.
Access to Fair Work Commission:
If you encounter any issues during the unionisation process, the TWU will seek assistance from the Fair Work Commission, which is designed to resolve disputes and ensure your rights are upheld.

UNIONISE YOUR WORKSITE

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