The Norwegian work model

Tripartite cooperation and co-determination

Tripartite cooperation and co-determination are fundamental pillars of the Norwegian work model. Cooperation between the trade unions, the employees associations and the government, in addition to the short distance and dialogue between employers and employees, has long traditions in Norway. Employees and their representatives have the right to be involved and contribute in a wide range of processes and decision-making at their workplace, from decisions concerning the work environment, to salary determination, to the development of strategies and objectives. Tripartite cooperation and co-determination is highly valued, and also a prerequisite for the Norwegian work model to function. 

How the three parties are to cooperate, is regulated by a set of laws, including the Working Environment Act, and the Basic collective agreement for the Civil Service. 

Cooperation between employers, trade unions and employees at UiO

At UiO there is an established set and network of roles and committees to ensure the employees are able to influence and co-determine their workplace. Managers, trade unions and safety representatives at UiO has a well-functioning collaboration. At NHM the management and the local union representatives meet in regularly IDF-meetings (Information, consultation and negotiation). 

• About trade unions and safety representatives at UiO 
• Safety representatives at NHM (in Norwegian only)

In addition, UiO has Working Environment Committees at central and local levels whose role is to ensure implementation of a functional, protective working environment. The committees participate in the planning of safety and environmental matters and monitor the developments in matters relating to the safety, health and welfare of the staff. 

• About working environment committees

• The local working environment committee at NHM (in Norwegian only)

Salary negotiations

Salary negotiations at UiO is done in accordance with the Basic collective agreement. Annual salary negotiations are held between the employee organisations and the government. 

• Salary negotiations at UiO