Cal. LAB § 7864

This is the official text of Cal. LAB § 7864, part of California’s Labor Code — governs wages, workplace safety, and employee rights.

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Official statutory text

The employer shall establish and implement written procedures and inspection and testing programs to maintain the ongoing integrity of process equipment. These programs shall include a process for allowing employees to identify and report potentially faulty or unsafe equipment, and to record their observations and suggestions in writing. The employer shall respond regarding the disposition of the employee’s concerns contained in the reports in a timely manner.

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