Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions and their answers.
If you have a question, don't hesitate to email us. We are here to help.

Why should I join the SPFPA?

Because the SPFPA is dedicated to service for its members. As a member, you gain:

Membership in the largest and most experienced International Union in the world today specializing in the representation of security professionals.
Service from one of the most prominent labor law firms in the country, and attorneys provided for all arbitration cases.
The legal right to sit down with management and negotiate the issues that are important to you and your families -- such as wages, benefits, and true job security.
A real voice in the workplace.
The advantage of full-time International Secretary-Treasurer and staff to assist Locals in financial requirements (state and federal).
Balance to the workplace and leveling of the playing field so everyone gets treated fairly.
Access to the SPFPA Affinity Program, including educational scholarships for family members.
Educational and training programs to include grievance handling and negotiations for all members.
Strong International financial base that enables SPFPA to fully represent their members.

What rights do I have through U.S. government policies?

The United States Government, through the National Labor Relations Act, gives you the absolute right to:

Help form or join a union.
Bargain over wages, working conditions and fringe benefits with your employer.
Have small group meetings at lunchtime or break time as long as you are not creating a disturbance or blocking movement of others.
Talk about the union on your own time.
Distribute literature in non-work areas.
Wear union insignia.
Solicit other employees for union membership, both on lunch or break time even on company property.

These rights are protected by the federal government. An employer may not discriminate against you for exercising these rights.

Does my employer have the right to spy on union activities?

No. Furthermore, it is illegal for your employer or supervisor to:

Threaten or coerce you.
Threaten to close the facility if the union comes in.
Bribe employees to vote against the union.
Deny you the right to vote for union representation.
Spy on your union activities.
Ask you about your union activities or attitudes.
Fire, transfer, or demote you in retaliation for union activities.


Home News + Reps Executive Board Administrative Representatives -- show all -- Benefits FAQ Links Search this Site Web SPFPA	Frequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions and their answers. If you have a question, don't hesitate to email us. We are here to help. Why should I join the SPFPA? Because the SPFPA is dedicated to service for its members. As a member, you gain: Membership in the largest and most experienced International Union in the world today specializing in the representation of security professionals. Service from one of the most prominent labor law firms in the country, and attorneys provided for all arbitration cases. The legal right to sit down with management and negotiate the issues that are important to you and your families -- such as wages, benefits, and true job security. A real voice in the workplace. The advantage of full-time International Secretary-Treasurer and staff to assist Locals in financial requirements (state and federal). Balance to the workplace and leveling of the playing field so everyone gets treated fairly. Access to the SPFPA Affinity Program, including educational scholarships for family members. Educational and training programs to include grievance handling and negotiations for all members. Strong International financial base that enables SPFPA to fully represent their members. What rights do I have through U.S. government policies? The United States Government, through the National Labor Relations Act, gives you the absolute right to: Help form or join a union. Bargain over wages, working conditions and fringe benefits with your employer. Have small group meetings at lunchtime or break time as long as you are not creating a disturbance or blocking movement of others. Talk about the union on your own time. Distribute literature in non-work areas. Wear union insignia. Solicit other employees for union membership, both on lunch or break time even on company property. These rights are protected by the federal government. An employer may not discriminate against you for exercising these rights. Does my employer have the right to spy on union activities? No. Furthermore, it is illegal for your employer or supervisor to: Threaten or coerce you. Threaten to close the facility if the union comes in. Bribe employees to vote against the union. Deny you the right to vote for union representation. Spy on your union activities. Ask you about your union activities or attitudes. Fire, transfer, or demote you in retaliation for union activities.
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