A Standard Clause that can be included in a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) to set out standards for the discipline and discharge of union-represented employees and reserve the employer's right to take disciplinary action. It is based on the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) but may be used by private sector employers subject to the Railway Labor Act (RLA) or public sector employers. This Standard Clause has integrated drafting notes with important explanations and negotiating tips.