Local 134 Agreement

ARTICLE XVIII     UNIFORMS AND TOOLS

Section 18.1. Uniforms.

Effective April 1, 2001 the University will provide an annual lump sum clothing allowance equivalent to ½ percent (.5%) of the wage rate then in effect for each employee of the Communications Technicians staff. In subsequent years, the clothing allowance will be payable the first pay period in April.

Dress pants of basic colors are required. Shoes shall be casual to dress shoes. Gym shoes (unless black) and jeans are not allowed. The required dress for 2nd shift after 9:00 p.m. shall be casual to include at least jeans and a normal T-shirt. Shorts or sweats are not allowed. During the 3rd shift casual dress, including jeans and gym shoes, is acceptable. Management reserves the right to require employees to wear a shirt and tie in areas designated by management and during certain timeframes when necessary.

Section 18.2. Tools.

The University shall furnish "basic" tools to each employee. A basic tool is one which is considered essential to the ordinary performance of the duties of the employee concerned.