Smelly Mel’s and Sewer Rat Plumbing Face Nearly $530,000 in Fines for Safety Violations

Smelly Mel’s and Sewer Rat Plumbing Face Nearly $530,000 in Fines for Safety Violations

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Cal/OSHA Cites Smelly Mel’s and Sewer Rat Plumbing for Serious Safety Violations February 11, 2025 – Fines for Safety Violations: Cal/OSHA has fined Smelly Mel’s Plumbing and Sewer Rat Plumbing a total of $529,640 for multiple safety violations that resulted in a serious trench collapse accident in San Mateo on August 1, 2024. The investigation […]

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DWC to Hold Public Hearing on March 14, 2025, for MTUS Evidence-Based Updates

DWC to Hold Public Hearing on March 14, 2025, for MTUS Evidence-Based Updates

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February 10, 2025 – MTUS Evidence-Based Updates: Review of Chronic Pain and Cannabis Treatment Guidelines The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) will hold a public hearing on March 14, 2025, to discuss proposed evidence-based updates to the Medical Treatment Utilization Schedule (MTUS). The changes include revisions to Chronic Pain Guidelines and the adoption of a

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DWC Announces Further Adjustments to Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule

DWC Announces Further Adjustments to Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule

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February 7, 2025 – Pathology and Clinical Laboratory Fee: Updated Medicare Payment Changes Impact 2025 Reimbursements The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has announced additional modifications to the Official Medical Fee Schedule (OMFS) for Pathology and Clinical Laboratory services. These adjustments align with Medicare’s Quarter One (Q1) 2025 updates, as mandated by Labor Code Section

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DIR Provides Essential Safety Guidance for Workers Involved in Wildfire Cleanup and Recovery

DIR Provides Essential Safety Guidance for Workers Involved in Wildfire Cleanup and Recovery

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February 07, 2025 – Wildfire Cleanup and Recovery: Employers Must Address Hazards and Protect Workers During Cleanup Efforts The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) has released critical safety guidance to assist employers and workers navigating the risks associated with wildfire debris removal and recovery efforts. Even after flames are extinguished, significant health and safety hazards

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Cal/OSHA Ends COVID-19 Prevention Non-Emergency Standards in February 2025

Cal/OSHA Ends COVID-19 Prevention Non-Emergency Standards in February 2025

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February 5, 2025 – Cal/OSHA Ends COVID-19 Prevention Non-Emergency: Employers Must Still Address Workplace Safety and Reporting Obligations The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) has officially ended most COVID-19 Prevention Non-Emergency Standards as of February 2025. These regulations, initially implemented on February 3, 2023, were set to remain in effect for two

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DWC Revises Ambulance Fee Schedule for 2025

DWC Revises Ambulance Fee Schedule for 2025

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February 4, 2025 – DWC Revises Ambulance Fee: Updated Schedule Aligns with Medicare Adjustments and Extends Temporary Add-On Payments The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has released a revised adjustment to the Ambulance Services section of the Official Medical Fee Schedule (OMFS). This change, effective January 1, 2025, ensures compliance with Labor Code section 5307.1

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Andrea Coleman Takes the Helm as WCIRB President and CEO

Andrea Coleman Takes the Helm as WCIRB President and CEO

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February 4, 2025 – Andrea Coleman WCIRB President and CEO: Bringing Over Two Decades of Leadership Experience to California’s Workers’ Compensation Sector Coleman Officially Assumes Leadership on February 1, 2025 The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California (WCIRB) has appointed Andrea Coleman as its new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective February 1,

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CHSWC Announces 2025 Young Worker Leadership Academy at UC Berkeley

CHSWC Announces 2025 Young Worker Leadership Academy at UC Berkeley

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February 3, 2025 – Young Worker Leadership Academy: Empowering High School Students with Workplace Safety and Leadership Training Academy Scheduled for February 20-22, 2025 The Commission on Health and Safety and Workers’ Compensation (CHSWC) has announced that the California Young Worker Leadership Academy (YWLA) will take place at UC Berkeley from February 20 to February

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DWC Updates Fee Schedule for Hospital Outpatient & Ambulatory Surgical Centers

DWC Updates Fee Schedule for Hospital Outpatient & Ambulatory Surgical Centers

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February 3, 2025 – Updates Fee Schedule: Changes Align with Medicare Payment Updates and Take Effect March 1, 2025 Key Updates for Medical Providers The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has announced adjustments to the Hospital Outpatient Departments and Ambulatory Surgical Centers section of the Official Medical Fee Schedule (OMFS). These updates reflect changes in

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Check out our blog post about Padilla Introduces The Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act to Support Firefighters

The Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act to Support Firefighters

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January 31, 2025 – Washington, D.C. – As wildfires continue to threaten Southern California, U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff (both D-Calif.) have joined forces with Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) and Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) to introduce The Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at expanding federal support for families of firefighters

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