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	This information will assist Branch Officials in the running of their branch and ensure member rights are upheld. Dispute Resolution Dispute Resolution is about trying to resolve problems as close to the source as possible. Effective utilisation of the branch structure is important and following the steps outlined in the Dispute / Grievance Settlement Procedure in the Award will assist. Branch Communication Branches need to recognise the importance of effective communication within their branch and also with management if they are going to be an active and successful branch. Follow the link for tips on Branch Communication.		NEW Branch Motions Police Association rules Police Federation of Australia, NSW Branch rules Branch forms Branch guidelines Role of Branch Officials Enforcing the Award Intimidation Change your details
Branch Motions Commencing in 2008 motions from Braches are published below following consideration by your Association's Executive. Some motions may not appear based on legal advice as their publication could expose your Association or its members to criminal or civil proceedings. Branch Motions presented to the October 2008 Executive meeting Branch Motions presented to the June 2008 Executive meeting Branch Motions presented to the April 2008 Executive meeting Branch Motions presented to the February 2008 Executive meeting Branch forms Note: These files are in pdf format. If you don't have Adobe Acrobat go to the website and download a free copy Branch Officials Audit Form Nomination of Beneficiaries Advice of Branch Meetings Branch Letter Head Branch Motion Branch Official Nomination Form Intimidation of Members Not to Claim Entitlements Members are often intimidated into taking a particular option when the industrial agreement specifically prescribes a choice of entitlement. This is often due to budgets. Outlined below are some particular situations which offer such a choice, but it is emphasised that these are your choices, not those of the Officer in Charge and you have a legal right to chose whichever you prefer. For instance it is your choice to take either a day in lieu or to be paid a minimum of eight (8) hours at time and a half when recalled from annual or extended leave. You cannot be compelled or intimidated to take time off in lieu of payment for overtime or travelling time payments. When recalled on a rest day, it is again your choice to either elect to be paid for a minimum of three hours at overtime rates or be rostered to begin a normal flexible shift from the time of recall, payable at overtime rates. Neither option entitles you to an extra or alternative rest day. The Industrial Agreement stipulates your entitlements and is legally enforceable. Should you be denied your entitlements or be intimidated in any way into taking one of your options over another, first contact your Branch Administrator and then the Association's head office in accordance with agreed Dispute Avoidance Procedures Top Role of Branch Officials Members at various police stations elect one or more of their colleagues as Branch officials to represent them on a day-to-day basis. Roles 1^st point of contact for members and staff Makes roles known to fellow workers Is accessible to fellow workers Knows roles of branch officials Liaise with office Knows office contact details Knows office structure and responsibilities Knows roles of office staff Knows roles of branch officials Can clearly communicate problem Promote Association and recruit members Understands role of union Is aware of direction/strategies/vision of Association Is aware of Association fees and services Is aware of Association actions and victories Can explain reasons for being in Association Speaks persuasively to non-member at Branch Negotiate local disputes Is assertive with management Can clearly state a position Can analyse an opposing position Can operate tactically Can report back to members concerned Knows dispute resolution procedures Represent members Listens to members Consults Branch where appropriate Chooses best channels Effectively communicates concerns Is aware of interests of broader members Aware of confidentiality and witness support Provide information and advice Listens to problems Has broad understanding of key rules Has knowledge of processes Knows when to contact or refer member to office for further info Monitor issues Talks to wide range of members re workplace issues Acts on or refers issues where appropriate Involve activists Works in ways which include other activists in tasks Is aware of need for succession planning Network with other activists Records contacts for future use Regularly calls contacts Attends Region activists meetings Effectively communicates with other Association officials Organise Branch Organises Branch using structure best suited to workplace Runs Branch meetings and ballots Is aware of legal framework Show leadership Takes initiative Works proactively Listens to members Involved in social activities Attends functions Ensure member welfare Is aware of well-being of members Shows genuine concern Is aware of appropriate support services Assists members to access support services Political activist Knows and contacts local politicians Has local media contacts Adheres to Association media policy Top \| Contact Us \| Police Shop \| Links \| Privacy Statement \|

Intimidation of Members Not to Claim Entitlements