Cal/OSHA español

The Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH), better known as Cal/OSHA, protects and improves the health and safety of working men and women in California and the safety of passengers riding on elevators, amusement rides, and tramways – through the following activities:

  • Setting and enforcing standards
  • Providing outreach, education, and assistance
  • Issuing permits, licenses, certifications,
    registrations, and approvals
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Cal/OSHA Consultation Services

Cal/OSHA provides free safety and health assistance to employers, with the goal of preventing occupational injuries and illnesses. A variety of services are available, such as:

  • On-site visits
  • Partnership programs
  • Telephone support
  • Educational Outreach
  • High Hazard Employer Program
  • Educational materials

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Cal/OSHA Regulations

Title 8 Index

The Occupational Safety & Health Standards Board maintains an index to all Cal/OSHA regulations.

Cal/OSHA Alliance Program

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The Alliance Program offers interested stakeholders the opportunity to enter into an Alliance agreement with Cal/OSHA to promote workplace safety and health.

Learn more about the Alliance Program.

What's
New
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August 29, 2025 California celebrates annual Labor Rights Week
August 21, 2025 UPDATE Extreme heat expected through much of the state: Cal/OSHA urges employers to protect workers
August 18, 2025 Extreme heat expected: Cal/OSHA urges employers to protect workers
August 12, 2025 Employer pleads guilty to criminal charges after Cal/OSHA investigation into deadly nitrogen leak
August 11, 2025 Cal/OSHA promotes workplace safety during Safe + Sound Week, August 11-17
August 6, 2025 Cal/OSHA urges employers to protect workers amid smoke conditions from the Gifford Fire
August 5, 2025 Cal/OSHA reminds employers to protect workers from heat illness during high temperatures
July 8, 2025 Cal/OSHA reminds employers to protect workers from heat illness as temperatures rise
July 7, 2025 Cal/OSHA urges employers to protect workers amid smoke conditions from the Madre Fire
July 2, 2025 Cal/OSHA urges employers to protect workers from smoke due to the Wolf, Juniper, and Lake Fires
June 30, 2025 Cal/OSHA Protections Extended to Domestic Workers Starting July 1
June 25, 2025 Cal/OSHA Reminds Employers to Protect Workers from Heat Illness during Heatwave
May 29, 2025 Ahead of rising temperatures, Cal/OSHA urges employers to protect workers
May 20, 2025 Cal/OSHA Reminds Employers to Protect Workers from Heat Illness during High Temperatures
May 16, 2025 Cal/OSHA Reminds Employers to Protect Workers from Heat Illness
May 5, 2025 Cal/OSHA clarifies lead exposure prevention guidance for the construction industry
April 28, 2025 Governor Newsom Issues Proclamation Honoring Workers’ Memorial Day 2025
April 28, 2025 Cal/OSHA Honors Workers' Memorial Day Across California
March 20, 2025 Construction company cited $157,500 following a fatal trench accident
March 18, 2025 California announces $25 million investment to ensure worker safety, including funds to support LA fire recovery workers
February 10, 2025 Smelly Mel’s and Sewer Rat Plumbing swamped in fines – nearly $530,000 for serious accident-related violations.
February 5, 2025 DIR issues critical guidance for worker safety during wildfire cleanup and recovery
February 4, 2025 Cal/OSHA’s COVID-19 Prevention Non-emergency Standards end as of February 2025
January 29, 2025 Cal/OSHA reminder to employers: post 2024 annual summary of work-related injuries and illnesses by February 1
January 27, 2025 Cal/OSHA increases civil penalty amounts for 2025
January 22, 2025 Wildfire Smoke Alert: Cal/OSHA urges employers to protect workers from unhealthy air in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties
January 9, 2025 Wildfire Smoke Alert: Cal/OSHA urges employers to protect workers from unhealthy air in Los Angeles County
January 7, 2025 Wildfire Smoke Alert: Cal/OSHA urges employers to protect workers from unhealthy air in Pacific Palisades
January 7, 2025 Cal/OSHA finds Safeway exposed workers to hazardous conditions at its largest warehouse in Tracy

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