work rules

noun

, (used with a plural verb)

1. a set of rules, usually established by one or more unions in an agreement with management, specifying the tasks to be done by each employee.

Word History and Origins

Origin of work rules¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

But the companies say they should not be forced to rehire employees who broke their work rules.

From Los Angeles Times

Farmworkers in this state are covered by workers’ compensation, minimum wage, unemployment insurance, overtime, sick leave, anti-discrimination laws, the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act, the Family Care Act, work rules for minors, rest and meal breaks, the full spectrum of occupational safety and health rules and more at the state level.

From Seattle Times

Conditions include wages and benefits, hours and scheduling, the assignment of duties, work rules and hiring.

From Seattle Times

The new budget cuts package raised the age of recipients required to work to 55 and, according to The Center for Public Integrity, made it harder for states to waive work rules in areas with high unemployment.

From Salon

Under the new guidelines, the age of recipients required to work in order to receive benefits was raised from 50 to 55 and, according to The Center for Public Integrity, makes it harder for states to waive work rules in areas with high unemployment.

From Salon