Workplace Violence Prevention Plan
Required for every CA employer July 1 2024. Covers all four violence types, incident log, training.
The regulation that requires it in Washington
Washington operates an approved OSHA state plan. No Washington-specific regulation for a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan appears in the ontology. The default citation applies: CA Labor Code §6401.9 (SB 553).
Enforcing agency
Washington DOSH (Department of Labor & Industries) enforces workplace safety rules for most Washington employers. DOSH conducts inspections, issues citations, and proposes penalties under the state plan. DOSH coordinates with federal OSHA on standards and enforcement priorities.
State-specific requirements beyond the federal baseline
No state-specific overrides beyond the federal baseline were found in our research for Washington.
Penalties for non-compliance in Washington
Penalties follow the standard Washington DOSH (Department of Labor & Industries) schedule; refer to the agency for current amounts.
How to comply
- Customize the plan to your workplace hazards and operations.
- Train all workers on the plan and their roles.
- Keep a violent incident log and review it regularly.
- Post required notices and make the plan available to employees.
- Review and update the plan at least annually or after incidents.