California Senate Bill 553 (SB 553), signed into law on September 30, 2023, requires employers to develop and implement a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP).  

The statues effective date of July 1, 2024, is fast approaching and will impact most employers in California requiring them to establish, implement, and maintain a WVPP that includes:  

• Prohibitions against employee retaliation.  
• Accepting and responding to reports of workplace violence.  
• Employee workplace violence training and communication.  
• Emergency response protocols.  
• Workplace violence hazard assessments; and  
• Other requirements, such as maintaining a Violent Incident Log 

As discussed here, employers can find several useful tools on Cal/OSHA’s WVPP webpage to assist in preparing for WVPP mandates.  

Learn more about the new WVPP requirements by registering for Western Growers June 25, 2024 webinar: Navigating California’s New Workplace Violence Prevention Requirements.