On December 15, 2022, the California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board voted to adopt non-emergency COVID-19 prevention regulations. These regulations took effect on February 3, 2023 and will remain in effect for two years after the effective date, except for the recordkeeping subsections that will remain in effect for three years.

These regulations include some of the same requirements found in the COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards (ETS), as well as new provisions aimed at making it easier for employers to provide consistent protections to workers and allow for flexibility if changes are made to guidance in the future from the California Department of Public Health. More detail regarding the standards, as well as FAQS and a COVID-19 Model Written Program (which can be included in an existing Illness and Injury Prevention Program) can be accessed here.

If you have questions about these issues or need advice about how to implement these new requirements, please contact us.

• Emily J. Fox (efox@wilsonturnerkosmo.com)
• Michael S. Kalt (mkalt@wilsonturnerkosmo.com)
• Lois M. Kosch (lkosch@wilsonturnerkosmo.com)
• Katie M. McCray (kmccray@wilsonturnerkosmo.com)

Wilson Turner Kosmo’s Special Alerts are intended to update our valued clients on significant employment law developments as they occur. This should not be considered legal advice.