Question 1

Which of the following is/are the most likely to be reasons why some employees will not want to join a union:

Accepted Answer

A)  employer support for the union 
B)  loyalty to the employer 
C)  a desire to engage in a strike 
D)  union dues 
E)  b and d

Question 2

Describe four reasons why employees join unions. For each point referred to describe a measure an employer could adopt as part of an avoidance strategy.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

In some jurisdictions individuals are excluded from unionization on the basis of their occupation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The appropriate bargaining unit is determined by the:

Accepted Answer

A)  Labour Relations Board 
B)  union 
C)  employer 
D)  union and the employer jointly 
E)  organizing committee

Question 5

It is possible for a union employee to agree with the employer to work extra hours in exchange for an extra week of vacation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A representation vote is a secret ballot vote to determine if employees wish to be represented by a union.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Perceptions of inequity in the workplace cause some employees to believe that unionization will help achieve fairness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

An important labour relations policy question is whether union support on a certification application should be determined by membership cards or by a representation vote. Explain arguments for and against each approach.

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

Dissatisfaction with pay is the only reason employees join a union.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Employees who are dissatisfied with their union are allowed to make an application for decertification at any time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

In a recession a union will demand from an employer increases in wages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The "organizing campaign" refers to the union's application for certification to the Labour Relations Board.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A policy of requiring a representation vote to certify a union, instead of relying on membership cards, reduces the likelihood of certification.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The statutory freeze means that after an application for certification has been filed with the Labour Relations Board the employer cannot make any changes in working conditions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

When employees join a union during an organizing campaign:

Accepted Answer

A)  all membership cards must be signed at the workplace 
B)  a membership fee is required in most jurisdictions 
C)  a membership fee is required in all jurisdictions 
D)  a membership fee not required in any jurisdiction 
E)  the employer is informed who has signed membership cards

Question 16

Union organizers may visit employees at their homes during the organizing campaign.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 6: Union Organizing Drive and Certification

Which of the following is/are the most likely to be reasons why some employees will not want to join a union:

Describe four reasons why employees join unions. For each point referred to describe a measure an employer could adopt as part of an avoidance strategy.

In some jurisdictions individuals are excluded from unionization on the basis of their occupation.

The appropriate bargaining unit is determined by the:

It is possible for a union employee to agree with the employer to work extra hours in exchange for an extra week of vacation.

A representation vote is a secret ballot vote to determine if employees wish to be represented by a union.

Perceptions of inequity in the workplace cause some employees to believe that unionization will help achieve fairness.

An important labour relations policy question is whether union support on a certification application should be determined by membership cards or by a representation vote. Explain arguments for and against each approach.

Dissatisfaction with pay is the only reason employees join a union.

Employees who are dissatisfied with their union are allowed to make an application for decertification at any time.

In a recession a union will demand from an employer increases in wages.

The "organizing campaign" refers to the union's application for certification to the Labour Relations Board.

A policy of requiring a representation vote to certify a union, instead of relying on membership cards, reduces the likelihood of certification.

The statutory freeze means that after an application for certification has been filed with the Labour Relations Board the employer cannot make any changes in working conditions.

When employees join a union during an organizing campaign:

Union organizers may visit employees at their homes during the organizing campaign.