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Reporting Injuries to Cal/OSHA

April 25, 2022

Cal/OSHA continues to issue a substantial number of citations at California K-12 public schools, including schools in Sonoma County, for failing to report “serious” injuries, illnesses, and fatalities immediately.  “Immediately”…

Cal/OSHA Heat Illness Prevention Guidance and Resources

June 30, 2024

Cal/OSHA reminds employers to protect workers from heat illness, especially during high temperatures. Employers should provide fresh water, shade, rest breaks, and training on heat illness prevention. Heat Illness Prevention…

California Employers Required To Implement Workplace Violence Prevention Plan By July 1, 2024

April 21, 2024

Employers in California will be required to establish, implement, and maintain a written Workplace Violence Prevention Plan  (WVPP), as mandated by California Labor Code Section 6401.9. It’s important to note…

Model COVID-19 Prevention Procedures (CPP)  

July 3, 2023

Download the Model COVID-19 Prevention Procedures June 2023 (.docx) In California, all employers are required to establish, implement, and maintain an effective, written Injury and Illness Prevention (IIPP) program that…