There are three main forms of industrial action:
- strike – where workers refuse to work for the employer.
- action short of a strike – where workers take action such as working to rule, go slows, overtime bans or callout bans.
- lock-out – a work stoppage where the employer stops workers from working.
What is the impact of industrial action on an Organisation?
Industrial action can have a big impact on an organisation in terms of their success, productivity and reputation. Industrial action is usually a last resort by employees who feel their opinions and views have not been taken into consideration by the organisation’s management or owners.
Can I take industrial action?
Industrial action can legally be taken when bargaining for a new registered agreement is unsuccessful. This is known as protected industrial action. Several requirements must be met for industrial action to be protected.
What are the causes of students strike?
There are many reasons why students in secondary schools go for a strike….Some of the research findings from the study about the causes of student strikes in secondary schools in Kenya were:
- poor public relations;
- poor school nutrition;
- peer pressure;
- drugs and abuse of substance;
How are strikes effective?
Strikes play an important role in empowering workers vis-à-vis their employers. By withdrawing their labor power, workers are able to balance the scales against the owners of capital, who rely on workers for production and providing services.
What are the effects of strikes on employees?
The decision to call a strike does not come easily, because union workers risk a loss of income for long periods of time. They also risk the permanent loss of their jobs, especially when replacement workers hired to continue operations during the strike stay on as permanent employees.
What is legal industrial action?
Industrial action is an act, done by either an employee or an employer, which prevents the operation of the contract of employment.
