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💼 Introduction to the Retail Worker Safety Act 💼 New York has taken a strong step toward protecting retail workers with the Retail Worker Safety Act. This law requires employers with 10+ employees to create a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP). Is your state next? Will your workplace be prepared? Start developing your WVPP today! #WorkplaceSafety #RetailSafety #ViolencePrevention

California compliance and HR Professionals, are you ready for the California Workplace Violence Prevention Program? This first-of-its-kind legislation requires employers to establish basic safeguards to ensure the safety of their employees while on the job, and the deadline for implementation is July 1, 2024! Download our latest Fact Sheet for a summary of what is required under the new bill: https://lnkd.in/dNRXP-Gd

Berliner Cohen Partner Christine Long and the California Restaurant Association invite you to a webinar on June 12th that will review the elements required for Workplace Violence Prevention Training. California’s new SB 553 law requires all employers to establish a compliant workplace violence prevention strategy and initiate training by July 1, 2024. This webinar will cover how to create a compliant plan, what employers must be included in the plan, and more. For more information and to register, please visit: https://bit.ly/454pNgG #hospitalitylaw

If signed by Governor Kathy Hochul, a new law will take effect on January 1, 2027, to safeguard retail employees from workplace violence. This groundbreaking legislation will apply to most retail employers in New York and includes critical measures like physical and mobile panic buttons, written workplace violence prevention policies, and comprehensive employee training. Want to learn more about how this bill could impact you and your business? Read our blog now for a detailed breakdown of the key requirements and how to prepare: https://buff.ly/3nDIKFb #KevinMcKernan #McKernanLaw #StatenIsland #StatenIslandAttorney #NYWorkplaceSafety #RetailEmployeeProtection #WorkplaceViolencePrevention #NYRetailLaw #EmployeeSafety

Gen Z workers are more likely to witness workplace violence—but not speak up: A new report by compliance training company Traliant found that nearly half of Gen Z workers would only report concerns about workplace violence anonymously. In September, New York enacted a law designed to protect retail workers from violence on the job. The Retail Worker Safety Act requires companies with 10 or more employees to adopt a clear workplace violence prevention policy, as well as a training program and even a panic button system in large workplaces. http://dlvr.it/TGBVLQ

Effective March 2025, the New York Retail Worker Safety Act requires employers with 10+ retail employees to establish a comprehensive workplace violence prevention policy and provide interactive training that includes de-escalation techniques. What does this mean for retailers? Learn more about the New York Retail Safety Act and how CPI training programs align to its legal requirements: https://bit.ly/3YJBuHU

On September 4th, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul signed the Retail Worker Safety Act into law, aimed at enhancing protections for retail workers across New York State. This new legislation, which takes effect in March 2025, requires retail employers with 10 or more employees to develop a workplace violence prevention plan. The law mandates annual training for workers, covering: - De-escalation tactics to handle confrontations, - Active shooter drills for emergency preparedness, - Emergency procedures to ensure quick and effective responses to incidents. Additionally, employers with over 500 employees must install panic buttons by January 2027 to provide workers with immediate access to emergency help. The law’s goal is to prevent workplace violence and create safer environments for both workers and shoppers.

Join Berliner Cohen Partner Christine Long and the California Restaurant Association for a webinar on June 12th that will review the elements required for Workplace Violence Prevention Training. California’s new SB 553 law requires all employers to establish a compliant workplace violence prevention strategy and initiate training by July 1, 2024. This webinar will cover how to create a compliant plan, what employers must be included in the plan, and more. For more information and to register, please visit: https://bit.ly/3R63gdL #hospitalitylaw

California retailers, take note! CAL/OSHA has introduced new requirements for workplace violence prevention plans. This crucial update aims to enhance safety and protect employees from potential threats. Read more about what you need to know in this insightful article by Jackson Lewis: #WorkplaceSafety #RetailIndustry #CALOSHA #EmployeeProtection #SafetyCompliance

More than 1 in 5 people worldwide have experienced violence and harassment at work. That’s 23% of the global workforce facing physical, psychological, or sexual violence. These numbers highlight the critical need for comprehensive workplace violence prevention plans. Enter California's Workplace Violence Prevention and Protection Act, which goes into effect July 1. This new law is more than a mandate; it’s a mission for employers to develop comprehensive violence prevention strategies. But compliance isn't just about ticking boxes – it's about prioritizing the safety and well-being of employees everywhere. Check out our latest insights on this legislation, on how it could impact your workplace. Together, let us reaffirm our commitment to prioritizing the safety and well-being of our workforce. Ensuring workplace safety through Senate Bill 553 compliance with Everbridge: https://ow.ly/tefy50RetK9