Overview
This section establishes the requirement for federal contractors to notify their employees of their rights under federal labor laws, specifically the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), as mandated by Executive Order 13496.
Key Rules
- Mandatory Notification: Contractors must post a formal notice informing employees of their rights under Federal labor laws.
- NLRA Compliance: The notice must specifically cover rights under the National Labor Relations Act (29 U.S.C. 151 et seq.).
- Protected Activities: The policy emphasizes the protection of employee rights to collective bargaining, self-organization, and the designation of representatives for negotiating employment terms.
- Secretarial Authority: The content of the required notice is determined by the Secretary of Labor.
Practical Implications
- Contractors are required to display Department of Labor posters in conspicuous places in the workplace and, in some cases, provide electronic notifications to employees.
- Failure to comply with these posting requirements can lead to penalties, including contract termination or debarment.