WH Petition {NLRB-502 (WH)}

FORM NLRB-502 (WH) - WH PETITION. This form is used to request certification by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) under Section 7(b) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) of 1938. This section of the FLSA allows labor organizations to be recognized as bona fide representatives of employees for purposes of minimum wage and overtime exemption determinations under the Act. The petition is filed by a labor organization seeking certification as a legitimate bargaining representative for employees of a specific employer. The form requires details about the petitioner (union), the employer, the type of industry, and whether a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) exists between the parties. It also asks whether the petitioner has previously been recognized as the bargaining agent in a National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) proceeding and whether other labor organizations claim to represent the employees at the establishment. If applicable, copies of collective bargaining agreements must be attached. By signing the form, the petitioner affirms the accuracy of the provided information and formally requests NLRB certification. www.FormsWorkflow.com