A comprehensive FAQ on the industrial action is now available for members working in the HSE and in Section 38 organisations.
The document is designed to be read in conjunction with the union instruction which issued to members working in the HSE, Tusla and Section 38 organisations.
The union instruction outlines the work to rule and non-cooperation actions you should follow as part of the upcoming industrial action. It lists specific tasks, programmes, projects and committees’ members should withdraw and disengage from. It is very important that members are familiar with the instruction and understand it.
This FAQ is a guide to help with general queries and drill into specific questions members might have. It will be updated as a live document over the coming weeks.
National secretary Ryan McKinney reminded members that following the instruction carefully is crucial to the industrial action. He said: “If a manager asks you to carry out any task or action covered by the withdrawal instruction, explain that you are following the union instruction and will continue to do so unless the employer seeks and agrees a derogation with the union. For industrial action to have a real impact we have to make sure everyone is committed and taking part.”
Separate FAQ documents are being prepared for members working in Tusla and Boards and Voluntary agencies and will issue shortly.
FAQ for members working in the HSE can be downloaded here or viewed online here.