Key Provisions of SB553
Key Provisions of SB 553
SB 553 outlines the six critical requirements for employers to enhance workplace safety:
1.
Violent Incident Log:
Employers must maintain a log of all violent incidents against employees, including post-incident investigations.
2.
Emergency Response Training:
Staff must be trained on how to obtain help from law enforcement or designated emergency responders.
3.
Workplace Violence Restraining Orders:
Employee representatives are allowed to petition for temporary workplace violence restraining orders.
Key Provisions of SB 553
4.
Injury Illness Prevention Plan:
Employers must identify those responsible for implementing the plan, including roles, training, and protocols for assessing and reacting to threats of violence. The plan must be reviewed annually.
5.
Reporting Mechanisms:
Employers must explain to employees how to report violent incidents without fear of retaliation and how their concerns will be addressed.
6.
Emergency Procedures:
Employers must establish procedures for responding to violent emergencies, including alert systems, evacuation or sheltering plans, and obtaining assistance from staff, security, or law enforcement.
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