I am once again asking branches, if they have not already done so, to provide me with examples where management are making a habit of rostering two-person teams to carry out S&T duties.

I would also once again remind members that the requirements for three-person teams is part of an agreement and is contained in their terms and conditions and should be respected at all times. I would also add that agreements must be respected by both sides and that any attempts to change from three to two-person teams must be resisted. Therefore, as I said in my last circular, members can and should refuse to work on safety grounds where their working environment is, in their opinion, unsafe. If any members feel that this is the case, then they should adopt and apply the Worksafe Procedures.

I would be grateful if you could raise this matter at your next branch meeting and provide me with any information which could assist your union in future negotiations.

Yours sincerely

Bob Crow
General Secretary