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Cal/OSHA Provides Guidance for Managing Post-Fire Cleanup Efforts

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In light of the ongoing and devastating fires in Los Angeles County, Cal/OSHA released new guidance to ensure the safety and health of workers involved in fire damage cleanup. Of note, Cal/OSHA’s standards may apply to some...more

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As Wildfires Rage in Los Angeles, Employers Must Comply with Cal/OSHA’s Wildfire Smoke Rules

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Ongoing wildfires in Southern California trigger Cal/OSHA regulations that require employers to train and protect employees from wildfire smoke. The regulation applies to most outdoor workplaces, requiring employers to...more

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California’s Governor Proclaims a State of Emergency for Bird Flu

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On December 18, 2024, Governor Newsom proclaimed a State of Emergency to streamline and expedite the state’s response to Avian influenza A (H5N1), commonly known as “Bird Flu.” This may give many employers flashbacks to the...more

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California Employers Can Make Reasoned Choices as State Reduces Formal Workplace Masking Requirements

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Effective March 1, 2022, there is no longer a hard requirement under the Cal/OSHA statewide Emergency Temporary Standard (CA ETS) or any other statewide requirement for employers to require unvaccinated persons (or fully...more

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California Lowers Masking Requirements Effective February 15, 2022

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On February 15, 2022, the Department of Public Health (CDPH) Order requiring masking of almost all Californians in most indoor public spaces will expire.  Last week, CDPH issued new guidance that goes into effect on February...more

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Cal/OSHA Passes New Workplace Regulations Ending Face Mask and Social Distancing Requirements for Vaccinated Employees in...

On June 17, 2021, the California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board voted to approve certain revisions to the Division of Occupational Safety and Health’s (Cal/OSHA’s) COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standards...more

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California Labor & Employment Law Update – New Laws to Take Effect in 2021

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California employers operate under the most comprehensive Labor Code and legal regime in the Nation. The past year has challenged employers with unprecedented compliance during a global pandemic, which has already led to an...more

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Buchalter COVID-19 Client Alert: Cal/OSHA Emergency COVID-19 Workplace Safety Standard Takes Effect

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Cal/OSHA has promulgated emergency regulations for preventing COVID-19 transmission in the workplace (the “Emergency Standard,” or the “Standard”). The Emergency Standard became effective immediately upon approval by the...more

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