1. The Unionization Process
Why some employees join unions
As a way to combat alienation and loss of personal identity from dull and repetitive jobs
Due to the perception that union membership increases job security
As a way of expressing dissatisfaction with one or more elements of the job
Due to personal background (family history of union membership)
As a requirement to keep a job under provisions of the labor contract between the union and the firm
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2. Steps in Forming a Union
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3. Steps in Forming a Union (cont’d)
Complicating factors
Bargaining unit
The specific group of employees to be represented by the union must be determined
Jurisdiction
The right of a particular union to organize particular groups of workers
When jurisdictions overlap or are unclear, employees may decide who will represent them
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4. Steps in Forming a Union (cont’d)
The Role of the NLRB
Overseeing organizing campaign
Conducting the election
Certifying the results
Monitoring questionable behavior
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