What can management say about my decision to join AFA?

Management can’t say much about your decision to join AFA. Your decision is a personal one, and it’s also legally protected.

Management cannot...

Tell employees that they will be fired or punished if they engage in union activity.

Layoff or discharge any employee for engaging in union activity.

Bar employees from discussing AFA or recruiting members during non-work time.

Ask employees about confidential union matters (e.g., whether you have signed an authorization card).

Ask employees about whether they support union representation or a particular union.

Ask employees how they intend to vote in a union election.

Threaten employees or coerce them in an attempt to influence their vote.

Tell employees that existing benefits will be discontinued if the workplace is unionized.

Threaten that unionization will take away current job-related benefits and privileges.

Promise or give employees promotions, raises or other benefits for voting against a union.

Prevent you from casting your ballot.

If you’ve encountered any of these actions or statements from airline management, contact the AFA Legal Department at 800/424-2401. AFA will stand up for your legal right to make a decision free from fear and intimidation by your boss.