Historically, California has experienced the most destructive wildfires in the months of September and October. As we head into those months, employers should make sure they are familiar with California’s wildfire smoke standard. Harmful air quality from wildfire smoke can occur anywhere in the state on short notice, so it is vital that employers
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California Department of Public Health Issues Mandate to Encourage Health Care Workers to Get Vaccinated
By Laila Rashid & Kyle C. Worrell on
Posted in Workplace Safety
Due to a rise in transmission of the Delta variant causing a rapid increase in COVID-19 cases in California, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) issued a new order to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in hospitals, high-risk congregate settings, and other health care settings.
The order takes effect on August 9, 2021,…
Cal/OSHA Passes Amended COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard – What Changed?
By Sean Paisan & Cressinda D. Schlag on
Posted in CalOSHA
On May 20, 2021, the Cal/OSHA Standards Board (“Board”) delayed a vote on proposed changes to the COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards (“ETS”). At that time, the Board claimed they would revise the ETS to address updated guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) for fully vaccinated persons. However, the revised ETS passed…