Third Rail/ High Tension/ Electric Light and Power/Electrolysis/ Sub Station Normally I would not be so blunt with my membership, but today is not a normal day. Last week we lost a coworker in a tragic accident. The Rai ...
Attention LIRR M of E Members!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW FEDERALLY MANDATED RANDOM DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING LEGISLATION. Our office has been notified that the LIRR has received clarification from the FRA regarding the mandate. Based on ...
Memorial Day Message
Once again summer is almost here and nothing announces its arrival better than Memorial Day weekend! During the weekend's festivities please take some time to reflect on the freedoms we have as Americans, and remember th ...
Benny Needs Your Help!
LIRR Electrician Benito Rodriguez needs us! Benny has been kept out of work by the Carrier as a result of a medical condition he suffers from. Benny has used up all of his available time and is in desperate need. Here's ...
Update For LIRR Members
LIRR MEMBERS The federal regulation (49 CFR 219) regarding drug and alcohol testing will be changing on June 12, 2017. As a result, all electricians in the M of W and M of E Departments will be subject to random drug ...
Passing of Kevin J Holder, brother of Michael Holder
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Kevin J. Holder, brother of Michael Holder (BIG MIKE) Electrician in the Motor Shop. Services Wake will be held Friday, January 6, 2017 2:00PM - 4:00PM and ...
Labor 411: Holiday Shopping Guide
This holiday season, make sure that the gifts you give your loved ones responsibly made with union labor, right here in the USA. UCOMM Blog and Labor 411 have teamed up to create a list of toys, tools, alcohol, cars, app ...
Safety in the workplace
The rail road industry is a dangerous place to work no matter what yard, shop, section of track, or department you may be in. It is not just your own life you are responsible for, but you are also responsible for any oth ...
Condolences to the Oakland Family
We would like to express our deepest condolences to Vehicle Technician David Oakland who lost his wife Kelly Ann. There will be a viewing this Friday, November 11 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm at Lieber Funeral Home (266 North Ce ...
Tee Shirt Design Contest
We are looking for new tee shirt design ideas. Email your ideas to ibew589@optonline.net and put "Tee Shirt Contest" in the subject box. If we use your idea you'll win a free tee shirt and a fifty dollar gift card. Get b ...
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