Section 11A:8-2 - Pre-layoff actionsa. An appointing authority shall lessen the possibility, extent or impact of layoffs by implementing pre-layoff actions, which may include but need not be limited to: (1) initiating a temporary hiring or promotion freeze;(2) separating non-permanent employees;(3) returning provisional employees to their permanent titles;(4) reassigning employees; and(5) assisting potentially affected employees in securing transfers or other employment.b. An appointing authority shall consult with the majority representative of public employees selected or designated pursuant to section 7 of P.L. 1968, c.303 (C.34:13A-5.3) that represents the affected employees prior to implementing pre-layoff actions pursuant to this section.L.1986, c.112, s.11A:8-2, eff. 9/25/1986; c. 241, s. 2, eff. 9/6/2001.