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What is California SB 553?
In 2023, Governor Newsom signed SB 553 into law, requiring employers to implement a workplace violence prevention plan, which includes annual workplace violence prevention training. The law, proposed by CA Senator Dave Cortese, was a direct response to the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority Shooting in 2021.
SB 553 law requires employers to develop their own workplace violence prevention plans as part of their Cal/OSHA Injury and Illness Prevention Plans. Employees must be informed of these plans and prepare accordingly. If you have at least 10 employees at the workplace on a regular basis you must begin complying with the law on July 1, 2024.
It’s important that people leaders don’t just see this new law as another box to check. In 2020, approximately 20,050 private industry workers experienced trauma from nonfatal workplace violence. 73% of those victims were female. Employees need to feel safe in their workplaces.
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FAQs About the SB 553 Bill
Do we need to have trained all employees by July 1, 2024, or is it enough just to have a plan in place?
All employees need to have completed workplace violence prevention training by July 1, 2024.
We have a mix of in person and remote workers. Do we need to train them all?
If your company asks that 10 or more employees gather on a regular basis, even if it is not often, everyone needs to receive training.
How often is Workplace Violence Prevention Training required in California?
Employers that are subject to SB 553 are required to train all employees on a yearly basis.
What is workplace violence?
Workplace violence is any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation, or other threatening disruptive behavior that occurs at the work site. It ranges from threats and verbal abuse to physical assaults and even homicide.
What is a WVPP?
A Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP), is a comprehensive strategy designed to identify, mitigate and address potential threats or incidents of violence at work. It requires the following elements:
- 1. Risk assessment and identification
- 2. Policy development and implementation
- 3. Training and awareness programs
- 4. Incident reporting and investigation
- 5. Support and assistance for affected employees
- 6. Workplace design and security measures
- 7. Continuous review and improvement
Is Emtrain's Workplace Violence Prevention Training Course Cal/OSHA and SB 553 compliant?
Yes. Emtrain’s Workplace Violence Prevention Training meets all training requirements as mandated by Cal/OSHA and CA SB 553.
