Labor Contracts in Factories: Do They Apply to Office and Managerial Staff Too?

Dear All, please advise on the following: If any contract executed in union between labor and the employer in factories is similarly applicable to staff working in the Head Office, Regional Office, and Sales Office? If the contract was executed between "Labor" and the employer, is it also applicable to Supervisors, Managers, and other managerial staff?

Thank you.

Thank you so much for your reply. I need more clarity on this. Will you please explain how labor and supervisors will be treated differently when both are working in the plant?

Dear Radhe, there are two categories of employees: workmen under the ID Act, and non-workmen, which includes Supervisors and Managers. The settlement or agreement between the employer and workmen, whether reached during conciliation proceedings or not, as well as an arbitration award, all fall under the provisions of the ID Act.

However, settlements or agreements cannot be made with Supervisors and Managers, nor can arbitration awards be issued under the ID Act, as it does not apply to them. Nevertheless, you can establish a separate agreement with this non-workmen category, which will not be governed by the provisions of Section 18 or 2(P) of the ID Act.

I hope this clears up any doubts. Please let me know if you need any further assistance.