Presented by Group 4

CONTENT OVERVIEW
Unionism and the contributions of
Labor Unions

Unfair Labor Practices

Collective bargaining goals and

purposes
UNIONISM AND THE CONTRIBUTIONS
OF LABOR UNIONS
UNIONISM
any set of political principles based on
the idea that two or more political or
national units should be joined or
remain together.
UNIONS IN THE PHILIPPINES
Unions in the Philippines are classified into
two (2) types or sectors:
1. Public Sector Union or Public Employees
Organization
2. Private Sector Union or Labor
Organizations
 1. Unity is strength
2. Better terms and conditions
3. More holiday
4. Higher wages
5. Equal opportunities &
protection against discrimination
6. Better parental leave
WHY ARE 7. Security and stability
8. Health and safety
UNIONS
9. Legal support
IMPORTANT? 10. Having someone in your corner
WHAT IS A LABOR UNION
AND HOW DOES IT WORKS?
LABOR UNION
A labor union is a group of
two or more employees who
join together to advance
common interests such as
wages, benefits, schedules
and other employment
terms and conditions.
 ROLES OF LABOR UNIONS
Unions negotiate wages, benefits, and working
conditions with employers on behalf of their
members. They also work to protect the interests
of their members in the event of layoffs or plant
closures. Labor unions are typically governed by
a board of directors elected by the membership.
 ROLE S OF LABOR UNION IN A
WORKPLACE
Unions are bodies that represent the interests of workers in
particular industries or occupations. Unions play an
important role in the workplace.
Some of their key roles include being able to resolve
workplace issues by being a voice for employees and
acting as a bargaining representative during bargaining
negotiations.
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OBJECTIVES:
Discuss the definition and nature
of ULP
Identify the elements of unfair
labor practices
Identify and discuss about the
unfair labor practices of employers
and labor organizations
What is unfair labor Practice?

ULPs are offenses committed by the

employer or labor organizations which
violate the constitutional right of
workers and employees to self
organization
 ULP acts are inimical to the
legitimate interests of both labor and
management, disrupt industrial
peace and hinder the promotion of
healthy and stable labor-
management relations. (Art. 248 of
the Labor Code, as amended)
Elements of ULP
*Employer - Employee relationship exists between the
offender and the offended
No organizational right can possibly be
nagated if employer - employee relationship is
absent in the first place
The act done is expressly defined in the
code as unfair labor practices

The act done is prohibited by the

code specifically in article 248
for an employer and article 249
for labor organization
SOME OF THE ULPS COMMITTED
BY AN EMPLOYER
a) Requiring as a condition of employment that a person or an
employee shall not join a labor organization or shall withdraw
from one to which he belongs;
b) Contracting out services or functions being performed by
union members when such will interfere with, restrain, or coerce
employees in the exercise of their right to self-organization;
c) Discrimination as regards to wages, hours of work, and
other terms and conditions of employment in order to
encourage or discourage membership in any labor
organization; and

d) Dismissal, discharge, prejudice or discrimination against

an employee for having given or being about to give
testimony under the Labor Code. (Art. 248, 249 of the Labor
Code, as amended)
SOME OF THE ULP's COMMITTED
BY LABOR ORGANIZATION

of employees in the exercise of their
a) Restraint or coercion
right to self-organization: However, the labor organization
shall have the right to prescribe its own rules with respect to
the acquisition or retention of membership;
b) Causing or attempting to cause an employer to discriminate
against an employee, including discrimination against an
employee with respect to whom membership in such
organization has been denied or terminating an employee on
any ground other than the usual terms and conditions under
which membership or continuation of membership is made
available to other members.
ULPs COMMITED BY BOTH EMPLOYERS
AND LABOR ORGANIZATION

a) Interference, restraint, or coercion of employees in

the exercise of their right to self-organization;

b) Violation of a collective bargaining agreement,

when circumstances warrant;
c) Initiating, dominating, assisting or otherwise interfering with
the formation or administration of any labor organization,
including the giving of financial or other support to it or its
organizers or supporters;

d) Violation of the duty to bargain collectively; and

e) Payment by employer of negotiation or attorney’s fees and

acceptance by the union or its officers or agents as part of the
settlement of any issue in collective bargaining or any other
dispute (Art. 248, 249 of the Labor Code, as amended).
COLLECTIVE
BARGAINING
What is Collective
Bargaining?
The term “collective bargaining” refers
to the negotiation of employment terms
between an employer and a group of
workers. Employees are normally
represented by a labor union during
collective bargaining.
 What is the goal of
collective bargaining?
The main goal of collective bargaining is for both parties—
the employees' representatives and the employer—to
come to an agreement on employment terms. This is
known as a collective bargaining agreement or contract
that includes employment conditions and terms that
benefit both parties involved.
 What is Collective Bargaining
Agreement (CBA)?
A collective bargaining agreement (CBA) is a written legal contract
between an employer and a union representing the employees. The
CBA is the result of an extensive negotiation process between the
parties regarding topics such as wages, hours, and terms and
conditions of employment. An example of a collective bargaining
agreement could be where a trade union has negotiated with an
employer that the entire workforce be eligible to make a flexible
working request from day one of employment, rather than waiting 26
weeks.
Purposes of Collective Bargaining
To foster a pleasant and cordial relationship between
employer and employees.
To equally safeguard the interests of both employer
and employees.
To ensure that government intervention is maintained
at a minimum level.
To encourage the maintenance of a democratic
environment at the workplace.
Types of Collective Bargaining
1. Distributive Bargaining
2. Integrative Bargaining
3. Productivity Bargaining
4. Composite Bargaining
5. Concessionary Bargaining
ANETCH
ITEY
 AN EMPLOYER FORCED HIS EMPLOYEE TO LEAVE THE
COMPANY BECAUSE HE FOUND OUT THAT HIS
EMPLOYEE IS A MEMBER OF A LABOR ORGANIZATION.

IS THERE ANY ULP COMMTTED IN THE SITUATION?

Two (2) Labor codes
mentioned in ULP
article 248 & 249
 What is a group of two or more
employees who join together to
advance common interests such as
wages, benefits, schedules and other
employment terms and conditions?
LABOR UNION
Refers to the negotiation of
employment terms
between an employer and
a group of workers.
COLLECTIVE
BARGAINING
 members

Allasas, Jessa Mae Apuli, Trixia Mae Galicia, Rucelle

Talan, Euanne Angeles, Karl San Juan, Andrea

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