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New Health & Safety Reps. at AeroJet Rocketdyne

President Joe Padilla;  I want to congratulate Gabe and Justin for being appointed UAW Local 887 Health and Safety Reps and Health and Safety alternate Rep. Brothers to me this is one of the most important positions you can hold in the Union.
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The History Of Labor Day

The First Labor Day Having the first Monday in September off from work was significant for American workers in 1894, when Labor Day was declared a national holiday. Working conditions in the country’s factories, railroads, mills, and mines were grim. Employees, including many children, were often required to work 12 hours a day, six days a week, in crowded, poorly ventilated spaces. Supervision was harsh and punishments were handed out to those who talked or sang as they worked.

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