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4 LEAVEdelegate is accounted for and any facilities provided by the Department are usedreasonably and properly; andg) advising the Department of any leave taken by the trade union delegate duringthe on loan arrangement.4.15.2.10 Responsibilities of Workplace ManagementWhen time is required for union activities in accordance with this Section theresponsibilities of the workplace management are:a) to release the accredited delegate from duty for the duration of the union activity,as appropriate, and, if necessary, to allow for sufficient travelling time during theordinary working hours;b) to advise the workplace delegate of the date of the next induction session fornew staff members in sufficient time to enable the trade union to arrangerepresentation at the session;c) to meet the travel and accommodation costs properly and reasonably incurred inrespect of meetings called by the workplace management;d) if possible, to provide relief in the position occupied by the delegate in theworkplace while the delegate is undertaking union responsibilities related toworkplace management;e) to recredit any other leave applied for on the day to which special leave orrelease from duty subsequently applies;f) to apply the provisions of the paragraph above when a union activity under thisclause coincides with the trade union delegate’s rostered day off (if applicable);g) to continue to pay salary during an on loan arrangement negotiated with therelevant union and to obtain reimbursement of salary and on-costs from theunion at regular intervals, or as otherwise agreed between the parties if longterm arrangements apply;h) to verify with the union the time spent by a union delegate or delegates on unionbusiness, if required; andi) if the time or the facilities allowed for union activities are thought to be usedunreasonably or improperly, to consult with the trade union before taking anyremedial action.4.15.2.11 Travelling and Other CostsExcept as specified in 4.15.2.10 Responsibilities of Workplace Management, alltravel and other costs incurred by accredited union delegates in the course of tradeunion activities must be paid by their union.No overtime, leave in lieu, shift penalties or any other additional costs are claimablein respect of union activities covered by special leave or on duty activities providedfor in this Section.Handbook for non teaching staff in schools 2007 Page 4 - 83