New California Workplace Violence Law
SB 553
Enforcement Begins July 1, 2024
Tools & Tips
- Text of the new law SB 553
- Cal/OSHA: Workplace Violence Prevention in General Industry (Non-Health Care Settings) for Employers Fact Sheet
- Cal/OSHA: Workplace Violence Prevention in General Industry (Non-Health Care Settings) for Workers Fact Sheet
- Cal/OSHA: Workplace Violence Prevention in Agricultural Operations for Employers Fact Sheet
- Cal/OSHA: Workplace Violence Prevention in Agricultural Operations for Workers Fact Sheet
- Workplace Violence Insurance and SB 553
Web Site Links
- Cal/OSHA: Workplace Violence Website
- California Employers Association - Workplace Violence Prevention Plan - Do It Yourself Package
- California Chamber of Commerce
- Cal/OSHA: Frequently Asked Questions about Workplace Violence Prevention in General Industry
- Cal/OSHA: Educational Materials and Other Resources
Workplace Violence Insurance & SB 553
Workplace Violence Insurance and SB 553 have some overlaps and differences. Please review the policy for coverage details. In general:
- The policy does not cover threats of workplace violence.
- The policy requires more than physical force. A workplace violent event requires intentional and unlawful use of deadly force by a natural person with the intent to harm.
- The policy requires more than mental or emotional injury. A workplace violent event must result in direct or indirect Serious Bodily Injury or death.
- The policy is designed to cover violence against employees and anyone on or within 100 feet of the Premises for a lawful purpose.
- The policy does not require firearm use.
- The policy does not require a specific type of workplace violence.
This material has been prepared for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional or legal advice of Berkley Program Specialists (“BPS”). BPS makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein and is under no obligation to update or revise the information as a result of new information, research or future events. BPS assumes no liability by reason of the information contained within this material. BPS is a member company of W.R. Berkley Corporation. Products and services are provided by one or more insurance company subsidiaries of W.R. Berkley Corporation. Not all products and services are available in every jurisdiction, and precise coverage afforded by any insurer is subject to the actual terms and conditions of the policies as issued.