The CCA Corner sits down with NALC Vice-President James Henry.

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Today on the CCA Corner Badmouth sits down with Gus, an academy instructor and OJI out of Boston to talk about the first couple of days as a new CCA

Corey provides a link to his recent in-depth interview with Ron Speakman. He emphasizes the importance of honesty and transparency in his own commentary and discusses the ongoing challenges facing letter carriers.

The episode features:

Shoutouts: Recognition for dedicated union stewards, educators, and organizers.

Fundraising Announcements: Information on upcoming fundraisers, including a bowl-a-thon for MDA and a scholarship fundraiser.

James Henry's Response to California Wildfires: Corey praises James Henry's proactive response to the California wildfires, highlighting his on-the-ground support for affected carriers and his advocacy for improved working conditions.

Discipline Analysis: A deep dive into a sample disciplinary notice, focusing on identifying potential weaknesses in the investigation and challenging the validity of the charges.

Addressing Recent Controversy: Corey clarifies his stance on a recent disagreement with Mike Carref, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the issues and avoiding unnecessary conflict.

In this episode, we sit down with Alan Gegax, from Classes of Mail. The interview discusses the treatment of City Carrier Assistants (CCAs), and the perception of CCA treatment from the East Coast. Gegax argues that CCAs are often mistreated by management and that the union does not do enough to protect them. He also discusses the importance of education and empowerment for CCAs. This comprehensive discussion gives a unique perspective toward perception of the CCA position, the union itself, and handbook provisions that receive little attention.

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This episode of CCA Corner provides a comprehensive guide for new City Carrier Assistants (CCAs) navigating their first 90 days at the post office. It covers both office and street procedures, emphasizing safety, accuracy, and the importance of union membership, and includes a guest feature from Richie Ray, host of Hot House with Richie Ray.

Office Procedures: We discuss the initial stress of the office environment, dealing with management, and the varying helpfulness of colleagues. It highlights the importance of On-the-Job Instructors (OJIs) as resources.

Street Procedures: We cover details of the three main types of mail delivery:

• Park and Loops: Parking the truck and walking a street. Emphasizing proper parking procedures ("curb it, park it, break it, take it"), carrying the satchel correctly, and using dog spray.

• Dismounts: Short stops at individual addresses, with similar safety precautions.

• Mounted Boxes: Delivering mail from the vehicle, stressing the importance of placing the vehicle in neutral or park at each box.
  
  

Some additional tidbits we cover include:

• Safety First: Checking the vehicle for safety issues and reporting them is paramount. Carriers have the right to refuse unsafe work.

• No Mistake Pace: Prioritize accuracy and safety over speed. Speed will develop with experience.

• Forming Good Habits: Establishing proper procedures from day one is crucial for long-term success.

• Union Importance: Joining the union is strongly recommended, for protection and advocacy. Stewards are available to answer questions and help with issues.

• Schedule Awareness: CCAs should check their schedule daily, as it can change. They are entitled to a minimum number of work hours if scheduled.

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