California employers should be aware that the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) has issued an updated version of its mandatory workplace posting titled “Safety and Health Protection on the Job.”
This poster is required to be displayed in the workplace pursuant to Title 8, California Code of Regulations, section 340, which requires employers to post and maintain the notice in a conspicuous location where employee notices are customarily placed.
The updated posting continues to summarize key employer obligations under California occupational safety and health laws, including the duty to maintain a safe and healthful workplace, implement an effective Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), and report serious injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. It also outlines important employee rights, such as the right to report unsafe working conditions, request Cal/OSHA inspections, and be free from retaliation.
Employer Action Items:
- Ensure the most current version of the “Safety and Health Protection on the Job” poster is obtained.
- Replace any outdated versions currently posted.
- Confirm the notice is displayed in a conspicuous location at each worksite where employee notices are customarily posted.
Failure to post the updated notice may result in penalties and expose employers to compliance risk.