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This new law is an interesting one and posed several challenges to creating a comprehensive eLearning course, but EasyLlama's content and product teams came together to create a solution that is, well, easy. If you're in CA and in need of Workplace Violence training, check it out!

👷Attention California Contractors & Safety Professionals! 👷 We are excited to announce a special webinar hosted by Align Technologies. The webinar will feature a roundtable discussion on the upcoming CalOSHA Workplace Violence Prevention Plan code, which will go into effect July 1st, 2024. This is a must-attend event for anyone looking to stay compliant and ensure a safe working environment. How To Navigate CalOSHA’s Workplace Violence Prevention Code: 📅 Tuesday June 11th @ 10:30AM PST 🔗https://lnkd.in/gXPhKdHu 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀: Steve Polich, CSP – Co-Founder and Veteran Certified Safety Professional (CSP) at Safety Reports. With extensive experience in workplace safety, Steve will provide invaluable insights into implementing effective safety plans. John Surma– Shareholder at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. John specializes in labor and employment law and will discuss the legal implications of the new regulations and how to ensure your company remains compliant. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 - Overview of the CalOSHA Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Code. - Practical steps for developing and implementing a comprehensive violence prevention plan. - Legal considerations and compliance requirements. - Q&A session with our expert panel. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 - Gain an understanding of the new regulation. - Learn best practices from industry leaders. - Get your questions answered by safety and legal experts. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and ensure your workplace is prepared for the new CalOSHA requirements. #WorkplaceSafety #CalOSHA #ConstructionSafety #Webinar #AlignTechnologies

On September 30, 2023, California Senate Bill 553 (Cortese) was signed into law and California Labor Code section 6401.9 will be in effect and enforceable on July 1, 2024. Employers that fall within the scope of this law must establish, implement, and maintain an effective written Workplace Violence Prevention Plan that includes but is not limited to the following: *Identifying who is responsible for implementing the plan *Involving employees and their representatives *Accepting and responding to reports of workplace violence and prohibit employee retaliation *Communicating with employees regarding workplace violence matters *Responding to actual and potential emergencies *Developing and providing effective training *Identifying, evaluating, and correcting workplace violence hazards *Performing post incident response and investigations Is your organization ready for July 1? Do you need help performing a Workplace Violence Hazard Assessment, creation of a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan or developing training? Let https://lnkd.in/gHzKMjch and our Partners be your resource for Workplace Violence Prevention Assistance.

👷♂️ **Attention California Contractors & Safety Professionals!** 👷♀️ We are excited to announce a special webinar hosted by Align Technologies, featuring a roundtable discussion on the upcoming CalOSHA Workplace Violence Prevention Plan code, going into effect July 1st, 2024. How To Navigate CalOSHA’s Workplace Violence Prevention Code 📅 Tuesday June 11th @ 10:30AM PST 🔗 https://lnkd.in/erwrW774 🗣 Speakers: Steve Polich, CSP – Co-Founder and Veteran Certified Safety Professional (CSP) at Safety Reports. With extensive experience in workplace safety, Steve will provide invaluable insights into implementing effective safety plans. John Surma – Shareholder at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. John specializes in labor and employment law and will discuss the legal implications of the new regulations and how to ensure your company remains compliant. Key Topics: - Overview of the CalOSHA Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Code. - Practical steps for implementing a violence prevention plan. - Legal considerations and compliance requirements. - Q&A session with our expert panel. Why Attend? - Gain an understanding of the new regulation. - Learn best practices from industry leaders. - Get your questions answered by safety and legal experts. This will be a great resource to understand if your workplace is prepared for the new CalOSHA requirement. #WorkplaceSafety #CalOSHA #WorkplaceViolencePrevention

Are Your Employees Protected from the Rising Workplace Violence? Did you know nearly 500 people died from workplace violence in 2021? It's a chilling statistic, and the numbers are rising. Is your organization prepared? ️ This article from EHS Today Today dives deep into the 5 crucial steps you can take to protect your employees from violence, including: • Identifying the different types of workplace violence (it's not just physical!) • Creating a comprehensive violence prevention policy • Implementing effective safety training programs • Utilizing technology to monitor worker well-being • Regularly reassessing and adapting your safety measures Your employees deserve to feel safe at work. Read here 👉 https://buff.ly/3wMTghT #CustomFit #EHS #Safety #Innovation #EmployeeSafety

🏢 Create a Safe Work Environment! Workplace violence can strike when least expected, coming from customers, coworkers, or even domestic partners. Free State Safety Training's Workplace Violence course teaches you how to identify early warning signs and prevent violence before it escalates. 🛡️ What You'll Learn: - Identification of potential sources of workplace violence. - Strategies to de-escalate tense situations and protect yourself and your coworkers. - Creating a culture of safety that encourages communication and vigilance. 🚀 Enhance the safety of your workplace with the knowledge to act confidently in the face of potential violence. A safe work environment is everyone's responsibility. Join us in making safety a priority. #WorkplaceSafety #ViolencePrevention #FreeStateSafetyTraining

With workplace violence affecting nearly 2 million American workers each year, California takes proactive steps to ensure employee safety. Senate Bill 553 (SB 553), effective July 1, 2024, requires employers to adopt a comprehensive Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP). What does this mean for your California based business? Your WVPP must include: - Clear responsibilities and employee involvement. - Emergency response protocols and regular training. - Procedures for reporting, responding to, and correcting workplace violence hazards. - Regular plan reviews and updates. Maintaining compliance with this regulation, is about creating a safer, more supportive workplace for everyone in your organization and now is the time to start preparing. To give you a deeper understanding of the importance and benefits of this program, we sat down with our expert workplace safety trainer, Alberto Rivera, who brings extensive experience from his military background and specialization in security and organizational development to ask him important questions you as an employer may have as you consider this program. Click below to watch our full interview: https://lnkd.in/eyQw-R-9 #WorkplaceSafety #CaliforniaLaw #SB553 #HRCompliance #WorkplaceViolencePrevention #EmployeeSafety #LaborCompliance

📅 **Save the Date: Wednesday, 6/19 for FLORES’ Webinar on California's New Workplace Violence Prevention Laws Effective July 1, 2024!** FLORES is excited to invite you to our upcoming webinar: We will provide a registration link at the beginning of June. • Webinar: Understanding California SB 553 - Groundbreaking Workplace Violence Prevention Requirements and Key Legal Updates Effective July 1, 2024 • Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2024 • Time: 10:00 a.m. PST Join us as we dive into California's pioneering SB 553 legislation, which introduces the first general industry workplace violence prevention safety requirements in the United States. In this webinar, you will: • Understand SB 553: Gain insights into the new workplace violence prevention safety requirements and what they mean for your business. • Develop a Comprehensive Plan: Learn how to create a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan as part of your Injury and Illness Prevention Plan. • Explore Key Legal Updates: Discover critical updates stemming from SB 428, including four substantive changes to the law that allow employers to seek restraining orders on behalf of employees. This is a must-attend event for all employers and HR professionals who want to stay compliant and ensure a safe working environment. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve. Save the Date for Wednesday, June 19th at 10 a.m. PST. FLORES looks forward to providing you the registration link soon! #WorkplaceSafety #CaliforniaLaw #SB553 #Webinar #HR #BusinessCompliance #Flores

When building a workplace violence prevention plan, you will need a reporting form used by the company to collect initial information about a potential incident. The form needs to be accessible, timely, free of retaliation or reprisals, and be connected to a transparent process. Chapter two of our upcoming book details each element of a workplace violence prevention plan with tables and checklists to ensure compliance. Bethany Smith, Brian Van Brunt, Brian Heider, Amy Murphy, Lisa Pescara Kovach, Ph.D., Rachael Frost, Elmo Banning, Christopher Usher, Charles Taylor DPREP Safety Division DPrep Workplace

Time's running out! Don't forget to Register Now for our Workplace Violence Prevention Program Webinar this Wednesday 6/19 at 10am PST! • Register in advance for this webinar: https://hubs.ly/Q02BbB6m0 FLORES is excited to invite you to our upcoming webinar: Understanding California SB 553 - Groundbreaking Workplace Violence Prevention Requirements and Key Legal Updates Effective July 1, 2024 • Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2024 • Time: 10:00 a.m. PST Join us as we dive into California's pioneering SB 553 legislation, which introduces the first general industry workplace violence prevention safety requirements in the United States. In this webinar, you will: • Understand SB 553: Gain insights into the new workplace violence prevention safety requirements and what they mean for your business. • Develop a Comprehensive Plan: Learn how to create a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan as part of your Injury and Illness Prevention Plan. • Explore Key Legal Updates: Discover critical updates stemming from SB 428, including four substantive changes to the law that allow employers to seek restraining orders on behalf of employees. This is a must-attend event for all employers and HR professionals who want to stay compliant and ensure a safe working environment. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve. #WorkplaceSafety #CaliforniaLaw #SB553 #Webinar #HR #BusinessCompliance #Flores