Section 3-16. Rules of procedure for the working environment committee

The working environment committee decides how often meetings of the committee shall be held. Normally, there are four meetings per year. A meeting of the committee shall be held when requested by at least two of its members.

The committee raises questions on its own initiative or at the request of a safety representative. Any other employee can also bring a working environment issue before the committee.

The committee discusses the items for its consideration, initially with a view to reaching an agreement. If the committee fails to reach a solution that the members can agree on, a vote shall be held.

Minutes shall be kept of the meetings of the working environment committee. In connection with voting, both the majority and the minority opinions shall be recorded in the minutes.