Cal/OSHA Publishes Model Plan and Guidance for Complying with Workplace Violence Prevention Law
Senate Bill 553: California enacted SB 553, requiring all employers to establish, implement, and maintain a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP), effective from July 1, 2024. Cal/OSHA is tasked with enforcing these requirements, now part of California Labor Code Section 6401.9.
Model WVPP: Cal/OSHA recently released a Model WVPP, akin to its existing model plans, to aid employers in crafting their own plans. While not mandatory, the Model WVPP offers a structured framework that employers can adapt to their specific workplaces, featuring questions and examples for guidance.
Employer Fact Sheet: Alongside the Model WVPP, Cal/OSHA issued a Fact Sheet outlining employer obligations regarding workplace violence prevention. It covers the creation of the prevention plan, requirements for maintaining a violent incident log, and employer responsibilities in terms of workplace violence recordkeeping.
Training Requirements: The Fact Sheet also highlights the necessity of training employees on workplace violence prevention, emphasizing the importance of educating staff to recognize and respond to potential threats effectively.
