Sisters and Brothers,
I realize that many of you are concerned and anxious about the possibility of Duke Energy mandating the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment. I also realize that many of you are have questions regarding the Union's stance on a mandate. I'll start there. System Council U8 does not support or endorse mandated vaccines as a condition of employment.
Sisters and Brothers,
Please see the attached Memorandum of Understanding regarding contingency Assistant Material Handler positions in the Crystal River Coal Yard in anticipation of future retirements. Thank you and please continue working safely.
Sisters and Brothers,
Recently there have been several questions asked regarding the Lynn Good COVID vaccination survey announcement. First of all, whether or not you answer the question is your business; yes, no, or uncomfortable answering, is completely up to you. There is no mandatory vaccination and it is not a condition of employment. The question itself however, is NOT a HIPAA violation.
Sisters and Brothers,
Attached are several Memorandum of Understanding documents that we agreed to over the last couple weeks. I apologize for not posting these before now but I've been down and out with some medical issues.
The Jet Engine Mechanic will become a subset qualification of a Mechanic, much like a Certified Welder Mechanic.
Sisters and Brothers,
Please see the attached flyer regarding the Kaia Health APP. This service was presented to and approved by the U8 System Committee and is being provided to you at no extra cost as part of your United Healthcare plan. Please continue working safely. Thank you.
MOU Assistant Material Handlers.pdf
