Safety and Health of Workers Rebuilding after Wildfires

houses under construction

Rebuilding residences and structures after wildfires can begin when all hazardous materials have been removed and debris cleanup hazards have been corrected. The following information covers some of the requirements for rebuilding safely.

» Cal/OSHA Guidance for Construction Employers

Construction Safety and Health Guides, Fact Sheets, and Tailgate/Toolbox Topics:

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DIR booklet on labor law compliance for construction employers (version for mobile devices)

June 2026

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Office Name	Topic	Phone Numbers
Cal/OSHA	Workplace Safety and Health	833-579-0927
Labor Commissioner's Office	Wages, breaks, retaliation and labor laws	833-526-4636
Division of Workers' Compensation	Benefits for work-related injuries and illnesses	1-800-736-7401
Office of the Director	Any other topic related to the Department of Industrial Relations	844-522-6734