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Our training seminar ”Act rather than react" will provide you with basic knowledge about the works council"s co-determination rights. At the same time, it will use practical exercises to show you how the works council can best enact and enforce its rights in the workplace.

The works council cannot only react in important social matters, such as working hour regulations, holiday schedules, occupational health and safety, and company pay systems. It can also take the initiative and enforce works agreements for the employees" benefit – and even impose them, if necessary.

This training seminar aims to enable you to take an active part in co-determination. Great importance is attached to the participants" in-depth exchange of experiences.

The training course at a glance:

• The works council"s rights of initiative
• Co-determination rights and their limits
• Consultation with experts
• Concluding works agreements
• Conciliation committee: Useful knowledge about jurisdiction and procedures