workplace violence
March 26, 2026
Participating in Safety Meetings
According to OSHA, one of the most effective ways to promote a safe working environment is to get involved in company safety meetings. These informal, brief meetings allow employees like you to stay up to date on potential workplace hazards and related mitigation measures, often addressing topics such as ergonomics, tool handling, equipment use and...
January 11, 2024
California Will Require Employers to Develop Workplace Violence Prevention Programs
On Sept. 30, 2023, California adopted Senate Bill 553 (SB 553), a bill that requires employers to establish a workplace violence prevention plan (WVPP), document incidents of workplace violence and train employees on how to identify workplace violence hazards by July 1, 2024. Affected Employers SB 553 applies to California employers. State law defines “employer”...