Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP)

California Senate Bill 553 (SB 553), which was signed into law on September 30, 2023. SB 553 amended Labor Code section 6401.7 to require employers to develop and implement a workplace violence prevention plan in accordance with newly codified Labor Code section 6401.9, which sets out the requirements for the plan. Starting July 1, 2024, the majority of employers in California must establish, implement, and maintain a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan that includes:

  • Prohibiting employee retaliation.

  • Accepting and responding to reports of workplace violence.

  • Employee workplace violence training and communication.

  • Emergency response. • Workplace violence hazard assessments.

  • Other requirements, such as maintaining a Violent Incident Log.