Under current law, employers who are cited for health or safety violations can appeal to the CalOSHA Appeals Board. But during the appeals process, employers are not required to abate the violation.
- Abatement of workplace hazards. (AB 1988 – Swanson). A backlog of 4,000 cases has resulted in delays of up to 24 months before the appeal is decided. During this time period, workers may face imminent danger from the same threats that led to the original citation. This bill would require employers to abate violations while their appeals are being deliberated.
Doctor Predesignation Form Use this form to predesignate your own doctor in the case of illness or injury on the job, and encourage other union members to do so as well.
Guidebook for California’s Injured Workers This guide helps California workers with job injuries understand their legal rights and responsibilities, and outlines the steps to take to request workers' compensation benefits.
California Division of Occupational Safety and Health The state’s Department of Industrial Relations provides information on injury prevention, public safety, filing a complaint and more.
WORKSAFE! a broad coalition of Californians in favor of worker occupational safety and health protection.
AFL-CIO Safety and Health at Work Click here for the latest news and resources on federal health and safety issues.
Voters Injured at Work a non-profit political organization that advocates for fair and adequate compensation for injured workers.
Contacts
- Angie Wei, Legislative Director (Workers' Compensation)
- Caitlin Vega, Legislative Advocate (Wage and Hour, Public Employees, Low Wage Worker Issues, Underground Economy, Right to Organize, Immigration)
- Jeremy Smith, Legislative Advocate (Family Leave, Worker Health and Safety, Offshoring, Election Reform, Labor Education, Green Jobs, Toxics in the Workplace)
- Emily Clayton, Policy Coordinator (Healthcare)
- Shawna Manning, Legislative Office Manager