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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Cal/OSHA Reminder: Employers Must Post 2024 Injury & Illness Summary by February 1

Cal/OSHA Reminder: Employers Must Post 2024 Injury & Illness Summary by February 1

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January 29, 2025 – Injury & Illness Summary: Ensure compliance with workplace safety reporting requirements. Key Deadline for Employers Cal/OSHA reminds all California employers to post their 2024 annual summary of work-related injuries and illnesses (Form 300A) by February 1, 2025. The summary must remain visible at each worksite through April 30, 2025, ensuring employees

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California Issues Guidance for Health Facilities on Immigration Enforcement

California Issues Guidance for Health Facilities on Immigration Enforcement

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January 28, 2025 – Guidance for Health Facilities: New policies increase enforcement in hospitals and clinics—here’s what health care providers need to know. Key Takeaways The Trump administration overturned protections that previously banned immigration enforcement in hospitals, clinics, and doctor’s offices. In response, California Attorney General Rob Bonta released updated guidance in December 2024 to

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Cal/OSHA Increases Civil Penalty Amounts for 2025

Cal/OSHA Increases Civil Penalty Amounts for 2025

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January 27, 2025 – Cal/OSHA Increases Civil Penalty: New adjustments align with inflation and federal OSHA regulations. Key Changes in Penalty Amounts Cal/OSHA Increases Civil Penalty: As of January 1, 2025, the California Department of Industrial Relations’ Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) has raised penalties for specific violations. These increases ensure consistency with

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Agenda Announced for the 32nd Annual Educational Conference

Agenda Announced for the 32nd Annual Educational Conference

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January 24, 2025 – The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has unveiled the agenda for the highly anticipated 32nd Annual Educational Conference, set to provide valuable updates and expert insights on workers’ compensation developments. Conference Dates and Locations The conference will take place on: This premier event offers attendees opportunities to connect with industry professionals,

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Check out our blog about Wildfire Smoke Alert: Cal/OSHA Urges Employers to Protect Workers from Unhealthy Air in Pacific Palisades

Wildfire Smoke Alert: Cal/OSHA Urges Employers to Protect Workers from Unhealthy Air in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties

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The Hughes Fire has significantly impacted air quality in Ventura and northern Los Angeles Counties, prompting Cal/OSHA to issue a Wildfire Smoke Alert. This alert emphasizes the urgent need for employers to protect workers from hazardous air conditions caused by wildfire smoke. Areas such as Castaic, Santa Clarita, and Oxnard are currently experiencing unhealthy air,

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California Announces $13 Million to Foster Career Pathways for Women in Construction

California Announces $13 Million to Foster Career Pathways for Women in Construction

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January 22, 2025 – Career Pathways for Women: The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) has introduced a $13 million funding initiative to promote inclusivity in the construction industry. Through the Equal Representation in Construction Apprenticeship (ERiCA) grant program, this funding aims to support women, non-binary individuals, and underrepresented groups. Despite progress, women currently account

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