SafetyQuestion 1236 of 1632
Under California law, which employers are required to establish, implement, and maintain a written Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)?
a.Only employers with more than 10 employees
b.Only construction employers holding a C-license
c.Only employers whose work involves hazardous materials
d.Every employer, regardless of size or industry
Explanation
Labor Code §6401.7 and Title 8 §3203 require EVERY California employer to have a written IIPP. There is no small-employer or industry exemption from having the program, though some small, low-hazard employers get limited relief on documentation.
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