California HR Survival: Workplace Safety—Protect Your People & Business
The trainings every employer wishes they had before the complaint, claim, or lawsuit. Learn how to avoid costly mistakes before they happen.
California employers face some of the most complex employment laws in the nation, and many costly HR mistakes aren't discovered until an employee complaint, audit, injury, or lawsuit occurs.
Join us and understand your workplace safety responsibilities and compliance requirements. This session will provide practical guidance on creating a safer work environment, reducing workplace risks, and understanding employer obligations under California labor and safety laws.
Participants will learn how to identify common workplace hazards, implement effective safety practices, respond to workplace incidents appropriately, and strengthen overall safety awareness within their organization. Whether you manage an office, retail business, remote team, or hands-on workforce, this training will provide valuable tools to help protect both employees and your business.
What We’ll Cover:
- California workplace safety requirements and employer responsibilities
- Common workplace hazards and prevention strategies
- Injury and illness prevention program (IIPP) basics
- Workplace incident reporting and documentation
- Safety training and employee communication best practices
- Preventing workplace violence and harassment concerns
- Remote and hybrid workplace safety considerations
- Recordkeeping and compliance essentials for employers
What You’ll Learn:
- How to create and maintain a safer workplace environment
- Steps employers can take to reduce liability and workplace injuries
- Best practices for handling safety concerns and incidents
- How to improve employee safety awareness and accountability
- Key California compliance requirements employers should understand
- Strategies for building a proactive workplace safety culture
About the Series:
The California HR Survival series is designed to help business owners, managers, and HR professionals proactively identify risks, strengthen compliance, and build effective employment practices that protect both their employees and their bottom line.
Whether you're hiring your first employee or managing a growing team, these sessions will provide actionable tools, best practices, and real-world guidance to help you confidently navigate California employment requirements.
This series is perfect for small business owners, startup teams, office managers, and anyone responsible for HR or employee management in California.
Speakers
Sara Nicholson
Business Advisor, San Diego & Imperial SBDC
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Highlights
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Online