Brotherhood Railway Carmen Local Lodge 6011

Larry Frederickson Donation

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Below is a GoFundMe link for Brother Larry Frederickson. Larry was involved in a serious accident while at work. Unfortunately Larry will not be able to return and this will put a serious strain on himself and his family. Please donate if you are able, and share with all of your fellow coworkers. Also, please keep Larry and his family in your prayers. 

https://gofund.me/13f13b48

QR Code to Larry Fredrickson GoFundMe

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Skills Matrix Wage Ladder

Below is a letter from Recording Secretary Austin Lopez concerning the Skills Matrix Wage Ladder that was discussed during the meetings about our new wage increases. Please post at your locations

Skills Matrix Wage Ladder Letter

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FRA Alcohol Limits For Random Drug Tests

Beginning June 1, 2022 the FRA has conducted random drug tests for all railroad employees. Along with a dug test they will also test your Blood Alcohol Concentration, (BAC) level to make sure you are not under the influence of alcohol. Your BAC level cannot be above .02 when you are tested. If you are tested and you have a level that is greater than .02 that violates TTX’s Drug and Alcohol Policy. The Department of Transportation handbook has different rules, but they leave the final ruling in the hands of the company.  If you think you need help with substance abuse you must seek assistance before you are tested. See Addendum C Section 10 in the contract for more information, or contact your local Zone Committeeman.  Below is the DOT handbook with the alcohol testing highlighted in orange. Also below is a letter with more detail that you are encouraged to read and post at your locations. 

DOT Handbook 

Letter To All Members -Please Post 

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New TTX Wage Package and Article 24 Amendment

Below is the new agreement that has been made between the company and the Union regarding new wage increases for ALL members in the FMO. If you have any questions about this amendment, please contact your Zone Committeemen. 

New TTX Wage Package

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New Floating/Flexing Agreement

An agreement has been finalized during the 2020 contract negotiations which stipulates the rules that the company has to follow for floating a member to other locations. Below is the agreement. 

Floating/Flexing

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New FRA Drug and Alcohol Regulations-Random Drug Tests

Beginning March 4, 2022 the FRA has mandated that all railroads start issuing random drug tests for all their employees.  The Railroads are required within 60 days to submit their testing plans to the FRA.  Once their plan is approved by the FRA, then they will start their random testing. If you think you need help with substance abuse you must seek assistance before you are tested. See Addendum C Section 10 in the contract for more information. If you have any questions about this new rule, please contact your Zone Committeemen. Below is the new rule from FRA Administrator Amit Bose.

MECH Final Rule 01.19.22

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Vaccine Mandate, Unemployment and Sickness Benefits (RUIA)

Below is a letter from the Railroad Retirement Board concerning the COVID-19 vaccine and questions and answers to different situations for payment of unemployment benefits and payment of sickness benefits. Please post at your locations for everyone to read. 

RRB Letter

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Mandatory vaccines imposed by rail carriers

Below is a letter from NP Arthur Maratea concerning the COVID-19 vaccination as is pertains to the host railroads. Also attached to the letter are three FAQ's about the vaccines. Please read and post at your locations. 

TCU Letter