Immigration crackdown could deter workers from reporting hazards, advocates warnImmigrant workers' fear of deportation is impacting workplace safety reporting.
SoCal Wildfires: Burning Guidance For Employers Supporting Their Workforce Through Difficult TimesEmployers must prioritize employee safety and legal compliance during natural disasters like wildfires, especially regarding air quality and workforce management.
State agency fines L.A. more than $560,000 for dog attack at Harbor animal shelterSignificant safety and training lapses at Los Angeles animal shelters led to a substantial fine and severe employee injuries.
Too Hot: Cal/OSHA Standards Board Approves Indoor Heat Illness RuleCal/OSHA's indoor heat rule requires employers to ensure safety from heat illness and take measures during high indoor temperatures.
COVID-19 Prevention Regulations Expired Effective Yesterday, With The Exception Of Recordkeeping RequirementCal/OSHA's COVID-19 regulations sunset, but recordkeeping for cases is still required until February 2026.
Landmark heat rules for California workers are opposed by state finance officialsCalifornia Division of Occupational Safety and Health voted for new indoor heat rules despite Department of Finance concernsThe new rules would set temperature requirements in indoor workplaces without air conditioning.
Immigration crackdown could deter workers from reporting hazards, advocates warnImmigrant workers' fear of deportation is impacting workplace safety reporting.
SoCal Wildfires: Burning Guidance For Employers Supporting Their Workforce Through Difficult TimesEmployers must prioritize employee safety and legal compliance during natural disasters like wildfires, especially regarding air quality and workforce management.
State agency fines L.A. more than $560,000 for dog attack at Harbor animal shelterSignificant safety and training lapses at Los Angeles animal shelters led to a substantial fine and severe employee injuries.
Too Hot: Cal/OSHA Standards Board Approves Indoor Heat Illness RuleCal/OSHA's indoor heat rule requires employers to ensure safety from heat illness and take measures during high indoor temperatures.
COVID-19 Prevention Regulations Expired Effective Yesterday, With The Exception Of Recordkeeping RequirementCal/OSHA's COVID-19 regulations sunset, but recordkeeping for cases is still required until February 2026.
Landmark heat rules for California workers are opposed by state finance officialsCalifornia Division of Occupational Safety and Health voted for new indoor heat rules despite Department of Finance concernsThe new rules would set temperature requirements in indoor workplaces without air conditioning.
California cuts back on safety enforcement as farmworkers toil in extreme heatCalifornia's enforcement of heat-protection laws for outdoor laborers has declined significantly, risking worker safety amid rising temperatures.
California Contractor Accused of Firing Farmworkers Who Suffered in Extreme Heat Is Fined | KQEDCalifornia farm labor contractor fined for heat-related issues after former employees alleged rights violations.Farmworkers advocate for better protections and compensation regarding heat-related illnesses.
California cuts back on safety enforcement as farmworkers toil in extreme heatCalifornia's enforcement of heat-protection laws for outdoor laborers has declined significantly, risking worker safety amid rising temperatures.
California Contractor Accused of Firing Farmworkers Who Suffered in Extreme Heat Is Fined | KQEDCalifornia farm labor contractor fined for heat-related issues after former employees alleged rights violations.Farmworkers advocate for better protections and compensation regarding heat-related illnesses.
Orange County Congressional Race Could Be Key To Control Of House | KQEDCal/OSHA is enforcing safety regulations against agricultural employers failing to protect workers from heat-related hazards.
Workplace compliance considerations for California Senate Bill 553California Senate Bill 553 (CA SB 553) mandates comprehensive workplace violence prevention plans for most businesses in California to address workplace violence concerns.
Hot Fun in the Summertime: Cal/OSHA Indoor Heat Rule Effective ImmediatelyCal/OSHA's indoor heat rule became effective immediately on July 24, 2024, with no grace period for employers.
Workplace compliance considerations for California Senate Bill 553California Senate Bill 553 (CA SB 553) mandates comprehensive workplace violence prevention plans for most businesses in California to address workplace violence concerns.
Hot Fun in the Summertime: Cal/OSHA Indoor Heat Rule Effective ImmediatelyCal/OSHA's indoor heat rule became effective immediately on July 24, 2024, with no grace period for employers.
California legislators say new laws must protect farmworkers from extreme heatCalifornia lawmakers demand new laws to bolster outdoor heat protections due to failing enforcement by Cal/OSHA amid rising heat extremes.