Trainees in Barnim: Help with overtime and vacation blocks!

Trainees in Barnim: Help with overtime and vacation blocks!

Astrid Gehrke, the district chairwoman of IG BAU, recently pointed out the complex challenges that the approximately 2,250 trainees in the Barnim district are faced with. Unpaid overtime, vacation bans and cell phone bans are particularly inconvenient, as Barnim Aktuell reports. These grievances place an enormous burden on young people, who are often new to their professions. Many are not aware of their rights in everyday training, which is understandable considering that most have only recently started their apprenticeships.

In this context, Gehrke presents the website www.dr-azubi.de as valuable support. Here, trainees can receive assistance on various issues such as training remuneration, overtime and health issues. It is particularly important that trainees seek discussions with their companies when working on work that is not relevant to their training in order to obtain clarity about their duties and rights.

24/7 consultation hours for trainees

A central point in the offer is the DGB's 24/7 consultation hours. It is aimed at all trainees and offers comprehensive support with questions about their everyday training. In addition to remuneration, the topics covered there also include questions about vacation, health risks and a possible change of training position. Loud Pressemeier These discussions are particularly helpful, as IG BAU and works councils play a crucial role in supporting young people in their training.

The importance of such offers is particularly evident in the current training phase, as many young people need additional support to find their way in their new environment and the professional requirements. Trainees can and should have their training contract checked by the union to ensure that everything is done correctly.

Financial support during training

Another aspect that is important for many trainees is the financial burden that comes with training. The Employment agency offers information on financing an apartment during training. There are various options here, such as youth and student dormitories or shared apartments. In addition to rent, expenses such as groceries, internet and insurance also need to be taken into account. A good tip for all aspiring professionals is to set aside a little money every month to be prepared for unexpected costs.

For trainees who find themselves in financial difficulties, there is support from careers advice, which can, among other things, offer vocational training allowance (BAB). Appointments can be made in person or by telephone, and further information can also be found on the employment agency website.

In summary, it can be said that although there are many challenges to be overcome during the training phase, there are also numerous resources available to meet these challenges. It is worthwhile to make intensive use of the offers and to actively enter into dialogue with the training companies.