Your story illustrates what happens when executive managers fail to go out and look. They could have used your article as the measure of their compliance with new standards. The CEO could have said, 'We will get gloves for those drivers in Tennessee.' But he chose not to. Instead his spokesperson refuted your findings and lip-synced their policy.
"... fail to go ... and look." You assume folks like UPS management cares enough to actually work with their unionized employees. They don't. They didn't before the union, and they certainly don't now.
The Trump virus merely makes obvious the chasm between much of corporate America and ethical behavior. The man behind the spread of the virus in this country gives license to such vile behavior.
I understand. But in a better world, the union would be there as advocates for workers even in (perhaps especially in) stressed times. I just wonder where the Teamsters are in the conversation, if they've acted at all as the voice of aggrieved employees put at risk by a management that seems to be all talk, no action.
Also, companies claiming to pay sick leave if you've been tested and diagnosed with Covid 19 means very little. So few people can get tested it's virtually meaningless.
I LOVE that you highlighted a local small business alongside helping hold big corporations accountable (at least someone is doing this). I think it's important to remember to support them any way we can, now and even when things return to relative normalcy.
Great story. Before retirement I worked as a medical staff administrator. Nothing I can think of would have made me angrier than issuing a policy statement & find out it's not being followed. I would have been angry at MYSELF for failing to place enough importance in the minds of supervisors. This story is an example of one of two things: 1) Mgmt never intended for employees 2b protected. 2) A manager doesn't think it's important.
None of this surprises me. I know there are exceptions out there but you have shown us how little big corporations think of the very people who put that fat wad of money into their pockets. As if this wasn’t bad enough, two dumbasses in my town dropped off a “package” that exploded, sending a white powder all over the store. Needless to say, first responders all decked out in full hazmat gear had to respond. That store was closed for investigation and cleanup. So these UPS employees are not only dealing with fools and idiots, they’re not getting any respect from the higher ups.
This is why I really make an effort to shop local and stay the hell away from the big things. It pays to know who you’re dealing with on a personal basis. My heart hurts for all the employees who are now at risk because of uncaring employers as well as all who have found themselves unemployed because of this mess. I’m retired, taking care of an at risk husband and an elderly neighbor with a broken arm so everyone, hang in there, pull together and try to stay positive. We shall all beat this. And thank you Judd for all your hard work to keep us informed. You are probably helping to save lives.
A distressingly large number of companies show how corporate America can be toxic to workers. As you outline here, they do not care about their employees. In the case of UPS, that lack of care filters directly to their customers through one long chain into your home.
It was my understanding that your newsletters dealing with COVID would be public but this one is not. Did I misunderstand? I would like to share this to help pressure UPS but don’t want to step on your toes.
No, they are all public. Occasionally, you will receive an email with a lock because I still encourage free subscribers to pay if they are able and I don't want to subject existing paid subscribers to marketing messages.
The email never makes it into my inbox, which suits me fine. I now have this site bookmarked in Chrome and visit it four days a week first thing after my workout. This and numlock.
Judd, you are offering such a great service: exposing conditions in any business you focus upon! The employees are obviously grateful to have a voice. Thank you!
Your story illustrates what happens when executive managers fail to go out and look. They could have used your article as the measure of their compliance with new standards. The CEO could have said, 'We will get gloves for those drivers in Tennessee.' But he chose not to. Instead his spokesperson refuted your findings and lip-synced their policy.
"... fail to go ... and look." You assume folks like UPS management cares enough to actually work with their unionized employees. They don't. They didn't before the union, and they certainly don't now.
The Trump virus merely makes obvious the chasm between much of corporate America and ethical behavior. The man behind the spread of the virus in this country gives license to such vile behavior.
These were not union standards. These were the new safety criteria -- defined by UPS. Their failure is lack of reinforcement of their own standards.
I understand. But in a better world, the union would be there as advocates for workers even in (perhaps especially in) stressed times. I just wonder where the Teamsters are in the conversation, if they've acted at all as the voice of aggrieved employees put at risk by a management that seems to be all talk, no action.
Also, companies claiming to pay sick leave if you've been tested and diagnosed with Covid 19 means very little. So few people can get tested it's virtually meaningless.
I LOVE that you highlighted a local small business alongside helping hold big corporations accountable (at least someone is doing this). I think it's important to remember to support them any way we can, now and even when things return to relative normalcy.
Judd, any chance you spoke with any Teamsters officials? Seems they should be in there fighting for their membership.
Great story. Before retirement I worked as a medical staff administrator. Nothing I can think of would have made me angrier than issuing a policy statement & find out it's not being followed. I would have been angry at MYSELF for failing to place enough importance in the minds of supervisors. This story is an example of one of two things: 1) Mgmt never intended for employees 2b protected. 2) A manager doesn't think it's important.
None of this surprises me. I know there are exceptions out there but you have shown us how little big corporations think of the very people who put that fat wad of money into their pockets. As if this wasn’t bad enough, two dumbasses in my town dropped off a “package” that exploded, sending a white powder all over the store. Needless to say, first responders all decked out in full hazmat gear had to respond. That store was closed for investigation and cleanup. So these UPS employees are not only dealing with fools and idiots, they’re not getting any respect from the higher ups.
This is why I really make an effort to shop local and stay the hell away from the big things. It pays to know who you’re dealing with on a personal basis. My heart hurts for all the employees who are now at risk because of uncaring employers as well as all who have found themselves unemployed because of this mess. I’m retired, taking care of an at risk husband and an elderly neighbor with a broken arm so everyone, hang in there, pull together and try to stay positive. We shall all beat this. And thank you Judd for all your hard work to keep us informed. You are probably helping to save lives.
A distressingly large number of companies show how corporate America can be toxic to workers. As you outline here, they do not care about their employees. In the case of UPS, that lack of care filters directly to their customers through one long chain into your home.
It was my understanding that your newsletters dealing with COVID would be public but this one is not. Did I misunderstand? I would like to share this to help pressure UPS but don’t want to step on your toes.
No, they are all public. Occasionally, you will receive an email with a lock because I still encourage free subscribers to pay if they are able and I don't want to subject existing paid subscribers to marketing messages.
The email never makes it into my inbox, which suits me fine. I now have this site bookmarked in Chrome and visit it four days a week first thing after my workout. This and numlock.
I definitely worry about "additional cleaning" messaging - and if that is just sounds good or if it is real.
I suggest a strike. Abney is one of many monsters that are destroying lives.
Judd, you are offering such a great service: exposing conditions in any business you focus upon! The employees are obviously grateful to have a voice. Thank you!