Local 514 Digest for the Week of November 5th, 2021

Covid Vaccine Mandate Update

All U.S.-based team members and Latin America-based crew members have until January 4th, 2022 to submit proof of vaccination or a request for an accommodation.

It has been brought to our attention that some supervisors are telling their crews they must get the vaccine or be terminated. This is not true. If you would like to request an accommodation go to Jetnet to fill out the form.

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Veterans Day November 11, 2021

Veterans Day will be observed as a day off in most areas of the Tulsa base. Check for posting in your area.

TULSA VETERANS DAY PARADE 2021

Also Make plans to come and join the TWU514 Float as we Honor and Celebrate our Veterans past, present, and future. Walkers, Riders, Bikers from all departments are invited!

Date: November 11, 2021
Line Up Location: 3 rd . St. and Detroit Ave. Downtown Tulsa
Time: 9:30am, Parade at 11am.
Cost: A Patriotic Spirit!
Motorcycles Welcome!

www.tulsaveteransdayparade.com
COME OUT AND SHARE THE HOLIDAY!!

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Base Maintenance

The steam will be shut down on the North end of the base on Friday, November 5, 2021 at 15:00 through Friday, November 12, 2021. There will be no hot water or heat during this time.

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“Base Shutdown”

There will no longer be a base shutdown in December. If you have scheduled vacation during this time you will be allowed to use it. There will be no time off without pay. It will be considered a normal work week.

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Vacation Picks for 2022

You should receive vacation bid sheets should be distributed November 15th and must be returned to your Production Assistant on or before November 30, 2021.

If you are scheduled to be on vacation during this time, you must fill out an AOI before the due date with your vacation picks.

Verify the phone number listed on the bid sheet is correct. If the weeks requested are full, TAC will reach out to you by phone before moving to the next person in seniority order.

Make sure to retain a copy of your bid sheet with the received date stamp for your records.

See a Video with more on this topic.

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NLRB to Issue Harsher Penalties for Unfair Labor Practices

Unlawful Firings, Interference in Union Activity Subject to Penalties

The new general counsel of the National Labor Relations Board, Jennifer Abruzzo, has issued a series of memos recently that signal a change in the NLRB’s treatment of Unfair Labor Practices. Regional offices can now use broad discretion to issue harsher penalties to employers found violating federal labor law. A September memo encouraged the regional boards to seek significant damages and to impose a wide array of “remedies available to ensure that victims of unlawful conduct are made whole for losses suffered as a result of unfair labor practices.”

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TWU 514 2022 Planning Calendar is now available.

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Get the support you need

Living in the midst of so much uncertainty can create a lot of tension and stress.

We know this is a tough time and wanted to remind you of some resources that are available free of charge through the Optum Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

To help, you have unlimited counseling sessions available by phone and up to four free in-person counseling sessions per issue, per year. This service is confidential and EAP Specialists are available 24/7 to help connect you to support either in person or over the phone.

You have support for everything from legal and financial matters, relationship challenges and stress to personal or family concerns — and beyond.

Connect with EAP for:

• • Stress, anxiety or depression

  • Financial or legal issues

  • Help finding child and elder care

  • Alcohol, tobacco, gambling or drug concerns

All American Airlines team members and members of their household have free and confidential access to the Optum EAP and all of the available services, anytime you need them.

For U.S.-based team members, you can call Optum EAP at 800-363-7190 or visit LiveAndWorkWell.com (access code: AMERICAN).

International team members can find the EAP phone number and website for their country here.

You can learn more about the Optum EAP here.

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Game Plan for Men’s Health: A Guide to a Healthy Life

Get a yearly checkup even if you feel okay

Talk with your doctor about tests and screenings to help detect or avoid disease and keep you healthier. Nationally, Americans use preventive services at about half the recommended rate. Visiting your doctor regularly for preventive services means many conditions and diseases that men face can be found early. Men can increase their odds of living longer by making healthy lifestyle choices.

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Do Buy These Union Made Products and Services

The Union Label and Service Trades Department, AFL-CIO does its best to verify that products listed on our “Do Buy” lists are made by union members. In many cases products are made by both union employees and in non-union plants. As well, many manufacturers produce goods in the U.S. and other countries. Be sure to check product packaging for country of origin and, of course, the union label.

See the list:

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American Airlines Anniversaries November 2021

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November Membership Meetings

This month our membership meetings will be held as  “Joint Membership Meetings”.

When:

November 15th, 2021

• • • 07:15
    • 11:45
    • 14:45

Where:

• • • Transport Workers Union Hall
      11929 East Pine Street

Please make time to show up at one of the available meetings, Your voice should be heard!

Hope to see you there.

Kendal Anderson
Vice President