Section 1. The Agency will provide adequate facilities for the work force to take breaks and meals that comply with applicable rules and regulations.

Section 2. There will be one lunchroom in areas of the bargaining unit that have employees who work shifts. For the purpose of this article, the term shift does not apply to the NDCC. Each lunchroom will be equipped with adequate supply and exhaust ventilation, refrigerator, microwave oven, conventional oven/stove, sink, ice machines, tables and chairs.

Section 3. The equipment will be maintained in safe/good working order by the employer. Employees should report any equipment problems when identified.

Section 4. Employees share a responsibility to maintain a clean and healthy environment in break and lunchrooms.

Section 5. The Union will be allowed to provide microwave ovens in designated areas, other than the lunchrooms identified in Section 2 above. The Union will be responsible for maintaining the equipment in safe working order.