KNOW YOU RIGHTS – USE THEM OR LOSE THEM!

It may not feel like it at times, but you have rights at work! Some are set down in law, some are company policies and agreements fought for by RMT.

These laws and rights cover issues such as:

• working hours
• breaks while you are at work
• rest periods between duties
• where you work
• minimum staffing levels
• time off for leave, sickness, caring responsibilities and other reasons
• health and safety – including your right to refuse to work on the grounds of health and safety concerns
• equality and discrimination
• the right to be represented by your union, both collectively and individually

"If you think management are denying your rights, contact your RMT representative immediately."

As London Underground Ltd cuts staff, it also cuts corners, and some managers try to deny you these rights and get you to work in ways which you should not.

Do not help them to undermine your job.

• Make sure you are a member of RMT – rights do not mean much in practice without a union to enforce them
• Make sure you know your rights. You can find information on this:
  • from your RMT representative
  • in ‘know your rights’ guides issued by RMT
  • from the union’s helpline 0800-376-3706
  • on our website
  • company policies and agreements: www.rmtlondoncalling.org.uk/agreements
  • legal rights: www.rmtlondoncalling.org.uk/legalrights
  • policies and agreements should also be available in your workplace

If you think management are denying your rights, contact your RMT representative immediately. S/he
will be able to advise you on what action you and/or your workmates can take, and can raise the issue with management.