Q.  What have you done through DTUEC?
A.   I have completed the twelve day Stage 1 Union

Representative and the twelve day Stage 1 Health and Safety Representative Courses.

 

Q.  How did you find out about the course.
A.  I became a Union Representative for UCATT and received information on the courses available via our Union headquarters.

Q.  What role do you have in your union?

A.  As Senior Steward I attend all corporate meetings  plus depot related meetings in my primary role as a Decorator for Public Buildings. I also work with members on issues daily including personnel related activity.

Q.  How did the  courses help you?

A.  The courses I have attended have helped me by getting  a better awareness of my role and responsibilities including a better knowledge associated with legal aspects.

 

Q.  Which aspects of the courses were the most help?

A.  I felt the Tutors involved were very good and supportive to all members on the course. I particularly valued the role play and the work on negotiating skills. I have also improved my Computer Skills and am able to source information using a Computer as required. It  has all helped me in my Union role.

Q.  What motivates you in your Union role?

A.   As a Union Rep I thought I could do a good job and I wanted to promote fairness and equality for my Union Members.

Q.  Which aspects are you most proud of?

A.  I love my role and enjoy the challenge of resolving problems to the benefit of members.

Q.  What are the rewards and benefits to you?

A.  I am at my best when resolving issues for members and any general representation. The role gives me a great sense of achievement and satisfaction.

Q.  What next and plans for the future?

A.  I plan to complete my full Union Learning Representative course and my Stage 2 Health and Safety course.

Q.  Top tips for anyone else?

A.  Attend the courses at the Trade Union Education Centre, they will build on your knowledge, skills and experience. I also found that I have built my self confidence in the process.

Q. Anything else you would like to be known!!

A.  I am now inspired to pursue other training courses and have found learning really enjoyable and not like my School day's!