SafetyQuestion 598 of 1605
A serious injury or death of an employee on a jobsite must be reported to Cal/OSHA within what time frame?
a.Within 24 hours
b.Immediately, as soon as practically possible, but no later than 8 hours
c.Within 5 working days
d.Within 30 days
Explanation
Labor Code §6409.1 and 8 CCR §342 require employers to report any serious injury, illness, or death to Cal/OSHA immediately by phone or email, but no later than 8 hours after the employer knows or with diligent inquiry would have known.
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