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Cal/OSHA Updates Occupational Safety and Health Posting Requirements for 2024
Cal/OSHA updated its mandatory occupational safety and health poster for 2024 to reflect additional requirements for OSHA violations. Employers must post the updated version at all California worksites.
By Joel Riley
California Updates Wage Theft Notice to Reflect Expanded Paid Sick Leave
California's Wage Theft Prevention Act notice must be updated to reflect SB 616's expanded paid sick leave — now 40 hours/5 days for use and 80 hours/10 days maximum accrual. Effective January 1, 2024.
By Joel Riley
California Expands Bereavement Leave to Cover Reproductive Loss
California SB 848 expands bereavement leave to include reproductive loss events such as miscarriage, stillbirth, and failed adoption. Employees may take up to 5 days of unpaid leave per event, effective January 1, 2024.
By Joel Riley
California Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP): Employer Requirements and Compliance
All California employers with at least one employee must maintain a written Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP). Penalties for non-compliance range up to $25,000.
By Joel Riley