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16.1.1 The parties to this Agreement agree to utilise the PSCC established under section 64 of the PSEM Act. 16.1.2 The function of the PSCC is to consider matters of general interest in relation to the NTPS (which may include matters arising out of or in connection with this Agreement) that are referred to it by the Commissioner, and to make reports and recommendations on those matters to the Commissioner. 16.1.3 In the case of a matter referred to it, the PSCC will consider the necessary action required to address the issue, along with appropriate processes to implement such action. 16.1.4 Progress reports in relation to action referred to in sub-clause 16.1.3 will be provided at PSCC meetings, so that the PSCC is kept adequately informed of, and is able to deal with the particular matter, as effectively and efficiently as possible. 16.1.5 On the finalisation of the action referred to in sub-clause 16.1.3, the PSCC will consider all relevant issues and report on the particular matter. Any recommendations made by the PSCC in relation to the particular matter will be provided to the Commissioner, in writing, for his or her consideration. 16.1.6 The Commissioner will advise the PSCC in writing of the outcomes of his or her consideration and the reasons for decision. 16.2 Consultative Committee 16.2.1 The parties acknowledge the establishment of a joint consultative committee (the committee) made up of Department and Union representatives. The committee will be known as the Australian Nursing Federation/Department of Health Consultative Committee. 16.2.2 The terms of reference has been agreed between the parties, including frequency of meetings and timeframes for particular issues. The constitution of representatives will be agreed between the parties but will consist of Union representatives, senior DoH Nursing and Midwifery Leaders and senior Departmental management 16.2.3 The purpose of the committee will be to discuss and agree outcomes in relation to operational issues raised by the parties. Initially the Committee will consider the following issues: • Rostering including 12-hour shifts • Application of Recreational Leave requests • Security in Mental Health work units • Cancellation Notice for Overtime and Monitoring of overtime hours worked • Education issues • NHpPD • Remote area matters (including the use of temporary contracts and staffing levels in communities with low population) 14 NTPS NURSES AND MIDWIVES’ 2011-2014 Enterprise Agreement
16.2.4 The committee will have the capacity to monitor the implementation of the agreed recommendations and outcomes. The committee may also discuss any other issues agreed by the committee. 16.3 Union rights The parties agree to continue on-going consultation between the Departmental management and the Union. 16.3.1 Representative Rights (a) (b) The Employer recognises the legitimate right of the Union to represent those Employees who are members, or eligible to become members. An accredited Union delegate shall be allowed reasonable time during working hours to consult with members or Employees eligible to become members on employment matters affecting Employees provided that such consultation: (i) will not adversely affect their ability to perform their duties; (ii) does not disturb or interfere with their workplace or the workplace in which the consultation occurs; and (iii) has been approved by the relevant manager in advance of the activity. Such approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. 16.3.2 Right of Entry Subject to the FWA right of entry requirements, a duly accredited Union representative will observe all the usual courtesies including giving prior notice when entering or seeking to enter the Department’s premises and will not disturb or interfere with any work being carried out on the premises at any time while they are on the premises. 16.3.3 Union Training Leave (a) (b) For the purpose of assisting Employees to understand their rights and entitlements under this Agreement and improving industrial relations, the CEO shall, subject to the provisions of this clause, provide an employee who is a nominated union delegate with up to five days’ paid leave per annum to attend union training courses conducted by the Union or approved by the Union. The approval for an employee to attend a training course shall be subject to the operational requirements of the Department. i ii Such approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. An employee seeking to take union training leave must: a. Have completed at least twelve months’ continuous service prior to taking union training leave; and 15 NTPS NURSES AND MIDWIVES’ 2011-2014 Enterprise Agreement
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