Cal/OSHA Corner
Wildfire Safety Training, Other Topics at Cal/OSHA Training Academy
As an employer located where there is potential for extensive wildland fires, where can I find information about complying with the wildfire smoke safety...
Quick Overview of Changes to COVID-19 Emergency Standard
I read that the Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board adopted a revised version of the Emergency Temporary Standard for employee safety regarding the...
Adopted Wildfire Smoke Regulation Clarifies Employer Obligations
With a new fire season approaching, has Cal/OSHA developed additional regulations to address the hazards and mitigation of employee exposure to wildfire smoke?
The emergency...
Cal/OSHA Provides Model Template for COVID-19 Prevention Plan
Where can I find a copy or example of a COVID-19 Prevention Plan?
In conjunction with the recent adoption of the COVID-19 emergency regulations, the...
Recent Standards Board Rule Revisions Affect Many Businesses
We are a small machine shop that specializes in custom automotive parts and one of our employees recently requested a copy of our Injury...
When to Record, Report COVID-19 Occurrence in Workplace
What are the California Department of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) requirements for reporting occurrences of COVID-19 in the workplace?
Cal/OSHA has provided guidelines in...
New Law Requires Awareness Training on Valley Fever Symptoms
I understand the Labor Code has been revised to address an increase in the number of reported cases of Valley Fever since 2016. As...
Guide to Safety/Health Requirements During COVID-19 Outbreak
As an employer, where can I find safety and health information about the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak that is affecting my ability to do business?
The...
Changes Brewing in Safety/Health Rules Due to Conformity Mandate
I hear there is a new law revising what is considered a serious injury and the requirements for complaint investigations. What are the changes?
As...
Redo of Rules for Fire Fighter Protective Clothing Inching Ahead
What is the status of the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) Standards Board review and revision of the regulations for fire fighters’...
