I think you are entitled by your ibew contract to a 40hr week. When it rains we just tell the boss man we aint gonna work in it. Some sucky boys will work in the rain but thats the way it always is everywere. They want to show how dedicated they are. They cant send us home so we go to the shop and clean the truck or what ever needs to be done. Emergency all rules dont apply. This is for routine work only. Now the boss man really thinks your great if you work in the rain till you get hurt doin it! Then your a dumb ass worthy of some punishment. I think most shops leave it to the men on the crew to decide if its raining or not. Some will quit when one drop hits the windshield. Nothing worse than getting caught in a sudden down pour after you just tore everything apart. I guess its just using your head and playing it smart.