The Union does hereby affirm and agree that during the term of this Agreement it will not either directly or indirectly, call, sanction, encourage, finance or assist in any way, nor shall any employee instigate, or participate, either directly or indirectly, in any strike, slowdown, walkout, work stoppage or the withholding of services from the Employer. Nothing herein is intended to restrict in any way the Union’s right and ability to represent any member or members alleged to have violated the prohibitions set forth in this section.

In addition, the Union agrees that it will cooperate with the Employer in the continuation of its operations and services and shall discourage any violation of this Article. If any violation of this Article occurs, the Union shall immediately notify all employees that the strike, slowdown, work stoppage, or other concerted interference with or the withholding of services from the Employer is prohibited, and not sanctioned by the Union. The Union will inform all employees of their obligation to return to work immediately.

It is further agreed that any violation of the above shall be automatic and sufficient grounds for immediate disciplinary action. Any such disciplinary action may be appealed pursuant to Article 20 herein contained.

The Employer agrees that it shall not lock-out any employees.