California Labor Code §6401.9, added by SB 553 and effective July 1, 2024, requires most California employers to:
Explanation
SB 553, codified at Labor Code §6401.9, requires nearly all California employers (some narrow exemptions) to establish a written Workplace Violence Prevention Plan, conduct training, maintain a Violent Incident Log, and perform periodic hazard assessments. The plan must include reporting procedures, response procedures, employee-involvement provisions, and post-incident review. The law does not mandate equipment or armed guards specifically (a, b, d) — it focuses on planning, training, and recordkeeping. Security officers should be familiar with the client's WVPP.
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