Any persons newly Topside rated must take working jobs for one (1) year. Working jobs do not include Hatch-Tenders or Observers. Persons not adhering to this direction will be charged with gimmicking the despatch.
ILWU Local 500 Officers
The above was posted in the Hall and on the Local 500 website on December 8, 2014 and September 21, 2021. It has been reposted to the Hall and the Local 500 website today, September 29, 2025 to ensure compliance.