Cal/OSHA Workplace Violence Prevention Guidance (SB 553)

 As you are likely aware, SB 553 will go into effect on July 1, 2024.  SB 553 amended CA Labor Code Section 6401.7, and requires CA employers to develop and implement a workplace violence prevention plan in accordance with Labor Code Section 6401.9.  Cal/OSHA has now published guidance and a model plan on its website, which can be found here (click on Workplace Violence Prevention):  https://www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/PubOrder.asp

If you have not started drafting a WVP plan, now is the time, and Cal/OSHA’s model plan is a good place to start.  If you have a plan already, you may consider reviewing the model plan to ensure you have included all elements that Cal/OSHA will be looking for.  To be clear, come July 1, 2024, Cal/OSHA will be enforcing the new Labor Code provisions.  As such, you can expect Cal/OSHA to scrutinize your WVP plan and any other supporting documentation during an inspection.  Be sure you are ready.

As always, feel free to contact our office if you have any questions.  Thank you, and be safe.