Category: National News
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Return to Work Responsibility
Sue Carney September 12, 2019 (This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) To help injured employees return to suitable employment, the Postal Service may request medical progress reports. Form CA-17 is generally used for this purpose but is not required. Preexisting disabilities, workrelated or otherwise,…
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They Don’t Have the Right
Omar M. Gonzalez Taken from APWU.org September 12, 2019 (This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) We often hear that βmanagement has the right to mismanage.β NO THEY DONβT! Laws require that USPS be run efficiently, including managing the workforce. Postal regulations, statutes and our contract outline…
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Burnout: Signs, Symptoms, and Prevention
Copied from APWU.org Joyce B. Robinson September 12, 2019 (This article first appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of the American Postal Worker magazine) Burnout is a state of emotional and physical exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. People affected feel hopeless, powerless, emotionally exhausted, unable to cope, tired and down, and…
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Band Together & Stick with the Union During Interest Arbitration
Copied from APWU.org September 6, 2019 Thank you to everyone for your solidarity and support on the Opening Day of Interest Arbitration! Members from local and state organizations across the country submitted dozens of selfies and group shots showing their fighting for a Good Contract Now! This action is not only…
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Opening Day of Interest Arbitration!
September 4, 2019 Copied from APWU.org APWU discusses how postal workers are mission-dedicated, skilled, public servants deserving of fair pay and benefits, job security, and a safe workplace, free of harassment. On Wednesday, September 4, the APWU began presenting its case for a strong contract in the opening day of…