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Downloadable Tools for Stewards

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You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open and read these documents. If you do not have Acrobat Reader, you can access this free software by clicking on the graphic. You will only have to complete this process once. 

Representational Tools

Use these planners and worksheets to help you do your job -- representing members, defending the contract, and building the union.  You'll notice page numbers on many of them, because they are from the SEA-SEIU Local 1984 Stewards' Handbook.

 Disciplinary Meeting Notes
You can use this sheet when you attend a "Weingarten" meeting, to help you keep accurate notes.

 Grievance Flow Chart
You can refer to this form when you are planning a possible a grievance.

 Preparing for Meeting with Management
You can use this form when you are preparing for any kind of meeting with management.

 Problem Fact Sheet
You can use this worksheet when you are investigating a problem or potential grievance.

 Sample Grievance Form
No matter where you work, this generic "cheat sheet" will give you an idea how to fill out a grievance form.

 Steward's Job Checklist
Run through this from time to time -- just to remind yourself about your job description and your responsibilities to your co-workers.

Bulletin Board Materials

In most cases, your contract gives you the right to have union bulletin boards in your worksite.  A key job for any union steward is putting useful information on these bulletin boards, and keeping them up-to-date and attractive.  Watch this spot for items you can download, print, and post. 

Know Your Weingarten Rights (8.5" x 11")

We're There For You (State Employees) (8.5" x 11")