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Cal/OSHA’s Civil Penalties Increase in 2024

HRWatchdog

Inflation doesn’t just affect food, housing and energy costs — its effects are far-reaching, as the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health’s (Cal/OSHA) recent increased penalties for certain violations demonstrate. Records of workplace violence incident investigations (five years). Training records (one year).

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What Can California Employers Do to Provide Safe Workplaces?

HRWatchdog

The number of active shooter incidents has increased in recent years, including many tragic workplace shootings. Employers may be wondering what they need to do to keep employees safe and how to prepare for workplace violence incidents. Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP). Emergency Action Plan.

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California Fatal Workplace Injuries Increased in 2018

HRWatchdog

Transportation-related incidents/accidents top the list of fatal workplace injuries. After several years of declines, in 2018 (the latest data available), California’s workplace fatality rate increased with 422 Californians dying in workplace incidents (up from 376 in 2017). National Fatal Occupational Injuries. Not a member?

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How Limeade Solutions Help Companies Show Care During Transitions

Limeade

There’s no doubt that COVID-19 completely altered our world and our lives — and will forever change how we work and view the workplace. As workplaces slowly begin to reopen and employees return to their physical workspaces, a new phase of this crisis begins. Putting that approach into action. Listening — Check in to hear feedback.

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Cal/OSHA Provides New Safety Information for Housekeeping Workers

HRWatchdog

The first ergonomic standard in the nation written specifically to protect hotel housekeepers from musculoskeletal injuries went into effect on July 1, 2018, and requires employers to complete an initial worksite evaluation by October 1 to identify and address housekeeping worker hazards. Not a member? See how CalChamber can help you.

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Cal/OSHA Expands Employer Injury and Illness Prevention Program Requirements

HRWatchdog

The California Department of Occupational Safety and Health, commonly known as Cal/OSHA, continues to modify rules and guidance for businesses operating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Under California law, employers must establish, implement and maintain an IIPP to protect employees from hazardous workplace conditions.

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Recent Standards Board Rule Revisions Affect Many Businesses

HRWatchdog

We are a small machine shop that specializes in custom automotive parts and one of our employees recently requested a copy of our Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP). Injury/Illness Prevention Program. Section 3203(A)(8)(C) limits the information to be given to the program elements in section (a). Is that required?