SafetyQuestion 1321 of 1605
California requires an employer to immediately report a serious injury or illness, or a work-related death, to Cal/OSHA. 'Immediately' is defined as:
a.As soon as practically possible but no longer than 8 hours after the employer knows or should know
b.Within one week
c.Only at the next scheduled inspection
d.Within 30 days
Explanation
T8 §342 requires reporting a serious injury/illness or death to the nearest Cal/OSHA district office immediately — as soon as practically possible but no later than 8 hours after the employer knew or should have known.
Law Reference: Labor Code §6409.1(b) / T8 CCR §342Practice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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