Supervision in the Hospitality Industry- AHLEI Practice Test

Which of the following actions can management take to influence a union organizing campaign?

1. Explain that, even if the union wins the election, it must still bargain with management

2. Withhold benefits from union organizers

3. Ask employees about how they intend to vote

4. Promise benefits to employees who vote against the union

The correct answer is: Explain that, even if the union wins the election, it must still bargain with management

Management can influence a union organizing campaign by clarifying the process and implications of unionization, which includes explaining that even if the union successfully wins the election, it is still required to negotiate in good faith with management. This understanding helps employees grasp that forming a union entails ongoing responsibilities and negotiations rather than automatic enhancements to their working conditions or pay. This approach provides employees with a realistic view of what union membership will entail, helping them weigh the pros and cons involved in deciding whether to support the union. By educating employees on this critical aspect of union formation, management fosters an informed decision-making process, which can ultimately affect the outcome of the campaign. Conversely, other actions—such as withholding benefits from union organizers, directly questioning employees about their voting intentions, or promising benefits contingent on anti-union votes—can be viewed as coercive or manipulative practices. Such actions may violate labor laws designed to protect employees’ rights to organize and could lead to significant legal repercussions for the management. Consequently, these options are less effective and more risky from a compliance perspective compared to the educational and advisory approach that option A represents.