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Section 22
UNIFORMS/SAFETY SHOES

  1. All new employees within the bargaining unit will be issued two (2) uniforms upon completion of their probationary period. Included are employees who transfer into a position where a standard uniform is worn.

    Exception: An employee who completes his/her probationary period after May 1, will not be issued a uniform for the next contract year beginning in October.

  2. Employees within the bargaining unit who have been furnished uniforms will be issued one (1) uniform each subsequent year for the duration of the Agreement.

  3. The Employer will replace uniforms that become damaged or unacceptable in appearance because of performance of regular duties. Any additional uniforms required shall be furnished by the employee. Badges, ID's, emblems, etc. will be provided by the University to be worn in a prescribed manner on the job.

  4. Employees shall be responsible for the laundry, care, and maintenance of their uniforms. Uniforms provided by the Employer shall not be worn by the employees when off duty.

  5. Each employee is required to wear his work uniform, properly laundered and of good appearance during all working hours.

  6. The University will contribute $40.00 toward the cost of one pair of safety shoes per contract year, purchased for employment at the University. The employee shall provide receipt to the Department of Occupational Safety and Health Services. The University will contribute $80.00 toward the cost of one pair of safety boots when no contribution was made the previous contract year.