California: Cal/OSHA’s permanent workplace violence standard is due by year end
The latest draft came out July 22.
Status: In progress
Jurisdiction: California · Topic: Workplace safety
Source: Cal/OSHA, July 22, 2026
What changed
The latest draft came out July 22. SB 553 requires a final standard by the end of 2026, and employer groups are still contesting details like the one-business-day window to answer employee training questions.
What to do
Existing California requirements remain in place. Maintain your written plan, annual review, required records, and employee training.
Primary source: Cal/OSHA, July 22, 2026. Part of Compliance Watch, Issue 01 (September 11, 2026). Last reviewed September 11, 2026.
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