Costco accused of unfair labor practices by Teamsters union

The Teamsters union has accused a company of expelling union reps, harassing workers, and changing locks on union boards. These allegations arise just before negotiations for a new agreement covering 18,000 Costco Teamsters, with talks resuming after a suspension in August. The current contract expires at the end of January.

What actions did the Teamsters accuse the company of taking against union representatives?

• Offering them bonuses

• Expelling them from stores

• Promoting them to higher positions

• Providing additional benefits

How many Costco Teamsters are affected by the upcoming negotiations?

• Less than 10,000

• About 5,000

• Over 18,000

• Exactly 20,000

What is the significance of the upcoming negotiations?

• They will determine new store locations

• They will decide on new product lines

• They will cover a new agreement for over 18,000 workers

• They will finalize a merger with another company

When were the talks between Teamsters and the company suspended?

• In September

• In July

• In October

• In August

What is the deadline for the current contract between Teamsters and the company?

• End of December

• End of March

• End of January

• End of February