Mastering California's SB 533 with Employer's Guardian: Your Partner in Workplace Safety
Contact us at Risk@employersguardian.com for comprehensive support and guidance.
The introduction of California's SB 533 marks a pivotal change in workplace violence prevention. It's essential for employers to adapt efficiently.
Understanding SB 533, Employers are now required to implement a robust workplace violence prevention plan. Key elements include:
- Recording and logging workplace violence incidents.
- Guidelines for rapid law enforcement or security contact during emergencies.
- Processes for obtaining temporary restraining orders by employee representatives.
- Full integration with existing IIPP standards, including training, hazard assessment, and program reviews.
- Policies to report workplace violence without fear of retaliation.
- Detailed emergency response strategies, including evacuation and shelter-in-place procedures.
- Compliance adherence and disciplinary protocols for violations.
SB 533 exemptions include:
- Healthcare employers under specific violence prevention regulations.
- Employees in telework settings outside employer control.
- Small workplaces with fewer than 10 employees and no public access.
Employer's Guardian Action Plan, At Employer's Guardian, we’re taking comprehensive steps to support your compliance and safety:
- Incorporating a workplace violence prevention plan into your existing safety protocols, aligning with the July 2024 deadline.
- Developing an EGLearn/Bridge training module on effective workplace violence reporting and response strategies.
- Offering robust support for workplace violence incident investigations, including providing necessary forms and logs.
Our commitment is to ensure that these updates are seamlessly integrated into your business operations, enhancing safety and compliance.
Client Action Items, Your engagement is crucial in this partnership:
- Reviewing and endorsing the workplace violence prevention plan for employee dissemination.
- Ensuring all team members receive and understand the plan, along with completing the associated training.
- Actively participating in the incident investigation process.
- Staying connected with our EGRisk and EGHROD teams for ongoing support and clarification.
For a detailed walkthrough and support with SB 533 updates, please reach out to us at risk@employersguardian.com.
With Employer's Guardian, our partnernership is dedicated to not just meeting legal requirements, but enhancing the overall safety and growth of your workplace. Together, we'll navigate these new regulations with confidence and commitment to your business and employee welfare.