The applicant trade union filed an application for certification under the construction industry provisions of the Labour Relations Act, 1995.
The Board found that the applicant is a trade union and an affiliated bargaining agent.
Based on the membership evidence, the Board was satisfied that not less than forty percent of the individuals in the proposed bargaining unit appeared to be members.
The Board defined the appropriate bargaining unit and directed that a representation vote be taken.
The Board also noted that section 8.1 of the Act does not apply to construction industry certification applications.