Cal OSHA Information

Cal OSHA Compliance Information

The information on this website is based on the new California Recordkeeping Standard which was initiated September 14, 2001 in a rulemaking proceeding by the Division of Labor Statistics and Research (DLSR). http://californiaosha.info/

Click here for Reporting Forms 300, 300A and 301

Guide to Developing Your Workplace Injury and Illness Prevention Program.
In California every employer has a legal obligation to provide and maintain a safe and healthful workplace for employees, according to the California Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1973. As of 1991, a written, effective Injury and Illness Prevention (IIP), Program is required for every California employer.
This website describes the employers' responsibilities in establishing, implementing, maintaining, an IIP Program. It also outlines steps that can be taken to develop an effective Program that helps assure the safety and health of employees while on the job. To develop your plan, go to: http://www.dir.ca.gov/DOSH/dosh_publications/iipp.html

Cal OSHA Consultation Service

The Cal/OSHA Consultation Service provides assistance to employers and workers about workplace safety and health issues through on-site assistance, high hazard consultation and special emphasis programs, and develops educational materials on workplace safety and health topics.
Provides workplace safety and health assistance to employers and workers through on-site assistance and special emphasis programs, and publishes a wide variety of educational materials on workplace safety and health topics. http://www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/CalOSHA.htm#consultation

The video describes California OSHA's consultation services which provide free, on-site workplace health and safety recommendations, and are completely independent of, and by law, prevented from communicating with, the OSHA enforcement program. The video presents detailed information on the benefits of working with the Consultation Service, including improved workplace safety and reduced exposure to Workers' Compensation claims, and includes interviews with actual employers in industry, construction, health care and other businesses. Cal/OSHA - Consultation video
Consultative assistance is provided to employers through on-site visits, telephone support, publications, eTools and educational outreach. All services provided by Cal/OSHA Consultation are provided free of charge to California employers. Cal/OSHA - Consultation Program