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The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) was established to improve working conditions for California’s wage earners and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California.

Operating as usual

06/29/2021

EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNINGS! Cal/OSHA reminds all employers of outdoor workers to provide: #WaterRestShade, especially during periods of #highheat as is forecast across most of #California https://bit.ly/3x5IVsK

06/28/2021

Safe, convenient, and free. Get a #DigitalCopy of your #COVID19 vaccine record for you to access any time you want. Go to http://myvaccinerecord.cdph.ca.gov for more information. #VaccinateAll58

06/25/2021

State of California Department of Industrial Relations’s #LaborRights caravan with CA Labor Commissioner hosted a press conference at California Agricultural Labor Relations Board in #Visalia today! We’re touring the Central Valley sharing info on labor rights and workplace safety for farmworkers in English, Spanish, Mixteco, Zapotec, Triqui and Punjabi! #SaferAtWork

06/24/2021

If you have information about a business or employer who is committing #wagetheft, you can confidentially report a labor law violation with the CA Labor Commissioner. Learn more here: http://bit.ly/2wKhyoh

06/24/2021

Si tiene información sobre un negocio o empleador que está cometiendo #robodesueldo, puede confidencialmente presentar una violación de lay laboral con la CA Labor Commissioner. Conozca más aquí: http://bit.ly/2wKp7LF

06/23/2021

DWC Advises Eform Filers to Upgrade Windows OS to Continue to Use Electronic Adjudication Management System (EAMS) | California Department of Industrial Relations

#DWC Advises Eform Filers to Upgrade Windows OS to Continue to Use Electronic Adjudication Management System (EAMS): https://bit.ly/3wUHSMd

The Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) is advising eform filers using older Microsoft operating systems to upgrade to continue using the Electronic Adjudication Management System (EAMS).

06/23/2021

The #California Division of Workers Compensation is now hiring a Chief Counsel to lead the #DWC legal team. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3j1ZnpQ

06/23/2021

Need another reason to get your COVID-19 vaccine? How about 50 reasons? Get vaccinated and earn your reward. #VaccinateAll58 #EndThePandemic #YouCallTheShotCA

06/21/2021

"It takes no compromise to give people their rights...it takes no money to respect the individual. It takes no political deal to give people freedom. It takes no survey to remove repression." – Harvey Milk #Pride2021

06/18/2021

Protección en el trabajo

06/18/2021

#Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is a commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States and a celebration of #freedom and independence. Learn more: s.si.edu/3g4ghSJ

06/18/2021

Have questions about how #CA labor laws affect your #Smallbusiness? Join the CA Labor Commissioner and the State of California Employment Development Department for free online State Labor Law and Payroll Tax Seminars. Learn more and register today! https://bit.ly/2Zpydzp

06/18/2021

Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board Votes to Adopt Revised COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards | California Department of Industrial Relations

Occupational Safety and Health Standard Board Votes to Adopt Revised COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards -
Revisions account for rising vaccination rates, offer guidance to help businesses reopen while maintaining strong worker protections.
Revised ETS effective today: https://bit.ly/3gZmOh5

Sacramento—The Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board today adopted revisions to the COVID-19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards that account for recent guidance from the California Department of Public Health based on increases in the number of people vaccinated. Governor Gavin News...

06/17/2021

Hot temperatures and an even hotter demand for electricity! When a #FlexAlert is issued, there are things you can do to reduce your energy use while still staying comfortable at home. www.flexalert.org

06/17/2021

¿Quiere saber si eres elegible para #HorasDeEnfermedadPagadas? Vea la herramienta del CA Labor Commissioner's para saber si califica para horas de enfermedad pagadas suplementarias por #COVID19 según la ley de #California: http://dir.ca.gov/dlse/covid-psl/

06/16/2021

A #FlexAlert is issued when the threat of extreme weather could put additional stress on the power grid. There are things you can do ahead of a Flex Alert to prepare your home and family. www.flexalert.org

06/15/2021

Looking for the most up-to-date #COVID19 guidance for your business? The COVID-19 Employer Portal is a one-stop location for state and local county information. Learn more at: http://saferatwork.ca.gov #YourActionsSaveLives

06/15/2021

Cal/OSHA Reminder: Protect Outdoor Workers from Heat Illness During Period of Excessive Heat in California | California Department of Industrial Relations

#CalOSHA Reminder: Protect Outdoor Workers from #HeatIllness During Period of Excessive Heat in #California: https://bit.ly/3grmSH3

San Bernardino—Cal/OSHA is reminding all employers to protect outdoor workers from heat illness as excessive heat watches have been issued throughout California. The temperature is forecast to exceed 100 degrees in many parts of the state this week. Employers in California must take steps to prote...

06/14/2021

Summer heat is here! #CalOSHA reminds all employers with outdoor agricultural workers that extra rest time is required at least every two hours when the temperature is 95 degrees or higher. Read more on #heatillnessprevention requirements at http://99calor.org

06/11/2021

#CalOSHA is #nowhiring for multiple positions across the state! Learn more: dir.ca.gov/dosh/jobs

06/10/2021

#CalOSHA's Heat Illness Prevention standard requires employers to protect outdoor workers from #heatillness. Water, shade, rest and training can prevent serious and fatal cases of heat illness. Learn more: http://99Calor.org

06/10/2021

La norma de prevención de enfermedades del calor de #CalOSHA requiere que los empleadores protejan a los trabajadores contra enfermedades del calor. Agua, sombra, descanso y capacitación previenen casos graves y fatales de enfermedades del calor. Conozca más: 99calor.org

06/10/2021

California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board Receives Update on California Department of Public Health Guidance | Department of Industrial Relations

#California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board Receives Update on California Department of Public Health Guidance: https://bit.ly/2U0ST09

Sacramento — The Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board (Standards Board) this evening voted to withdraw the revisions to Cal/OSHA's COVID-19 prevention emergency temporary standards that they had voted to approve on June 3, and that were sent to the Office of Administrative Law (OAL) for ...

06/09/2021

Ready to get your #COVID19 vaccine?

Visit http://MyTurn.ca.gov or call 1-833-422-4255 today to make your appointment!

#VaccinateALL58 #GetToImmunity #CaliforniaForAll

06/08/2021

June is #Pride Month, an opportunity to celebrate and reaffirm the continuing pursuit for #LGBTQ inclusion. #Pride2021

06/07/2021

Have questions about your workplace rights when getting tested or vaccinated for #COVID19? Check out the CA Labor Commissioner's new COVID-19 Testing and Vaccine FAQs: http://bit.ly/LCOVAXFAQ #VaccinateAll58

06/07/2021

¿Tiene preguntas sobre derechos laborales y las pruebas y vacunas de COVID-19? Revise nuevas preguntas frecuentes de CA Labor Commissioner sobre pruebas y vacunas de COVID-19: https://bit.ly/3mOaD9h

06/05/2021

DIR Director Katie Hagen issues statement on last week’s shooting at VTA in San Jose, notes one of the victims was #CAapprenticeship graduate https://bit.ly/3wZHgom

06/04/2021

Are you looking for a job where you can make a real difference and #teamwork is a way of life? Do you want to help improve the working conditions for employees across #California? Check out open positions at the State of California Department of Industrial Relations: https://bit.ly/DIRJOBS

06/04/2021

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Standards Board Readopts Revised #CalOSHA #COVID19 Prevention Emergency Temporary Standards
The revised Cal/OSHA standards are expected to go into effect no later than June 15: https://bit.ly/3wTzAE3

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06/02/2021

California Labor Commissioner Cites Inland Empire Warehouse and Retailer Nearly $1.4 Million for Wage Theft Violations

CA Labor Commissioner Cites Inland Empire Warehouse and Retailer Nearly $1.4 Million for #WageTheft Violations: https://bit.ly/2SSazdu

Riverside—The Labor Commissioner’s Office has cited La Mina De Oro, Inc., and six other businesses $1,393,909 for wage theft violations affecting 107 workers. The Norco-based businesses operated a designer fragrance distribution warehouse and numerous retail stores in Riverside and San Bernardin...

06/02/2021

Remember: Regardless of your immigration status, you have a right to a safe workplace, and to take time off from work with pay if you get sick with #COVID19. #YourActionsSaveLives Learn more: http://dir.ca.gov/covid/

06/02/2021

Independientemente de tu estatus migratorio, tienes derecho a un lugar de trabajo seguro y a tomarte tiempo libre pagado del trabajo si te enfermas de #COVID19. #SusAccionesSalvaVidas Aprenda más: http://dir.ca.gov/covid/Spanish/

06/01/2021

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1515 Clay St
Oakland, CA
94612

General information

Comment Policy for the Department of Industrial Relations Monday, August 16, 2011 The Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) is happy to provide this educational forum to you and appreciates your feedback. Comments posted by our followers do not reflect the official views of DIR or the State of California. DIR wants to hear from you, but expects comments to be courteous. We reserve the right to delete inappropriate comments. Such comments can contain obscene, indecent, or profane language; contain threats or defamatory statements; contain hate speech directed at race, color, s*x, s*xual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion or disability; or promote or endorse services or products. Comments that are inaccurate or can be misleading may be removed. Flagrant or repeat violators will be banned. To avoid violating our Policy, below are reminders when posting your comments: • Do not insult one another or the subjects of our posts. Please keep your comments civil. • Do not use profanity, vulgarity, or hate speech. • Do not attack other users. Focus your comments on issues, not individuals. • Stay on topic. Only post comments relevant to the item posted. • Do not repeat the same comment. • Do not use this for advertising. • Do not provide any personal information. Questions about a specific case or claim will be referred for follow up through DIR’s existing DIR Info e-mail system. • Do not use all capital letters since that appears like yelling and isn’t appreciated by others. Any advertising that may appear on the DIR page is not sponsored, supported, or endorsed by DIR.

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00

Telephone

(844) 522-6734

Website

http://www.dir.ca.gov

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Videos

Cal/OSHA COVID-19 Infection Prevention Guidance for Agricultural Workers

Cal/OSHA guidance video for agricultural workers on ways to protect against COVID-19 and prevent the spread of this infectious disease. Read more: www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/coronavirus and more videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4OjJzCjNowHKn21WPEThIL0xBcyba8TG

Conozca sus Derechos: Seguridad y salud en el trabajo

Una vocera de Cal/OSHA habla de los requisitos en California para proteger a los trabajadores. Para más información, visite: www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/coronavirus y más videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4OjJzCjNowGeRNVs3_pUot0T3ZF3zaGh

Know Your Rights: Paid Sick Leave and Other Labor Laws in California

California's Labor Commissioner, Lilia García-Brower, talks about the rights of workers in California to paid sick leave and other labor laws. For more information, visit: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/ and watch more here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4OjJzCjNowGeRNVs3_pUot0T3ZF3zaGh

Conozca sus Derechos: Compensación de trabajadores en California

Una vocera de la División de Compensación de Trabajadores habla de los beneficios en California para lesiones y enfermedades relacionadas con el trabajo. Para más información, visite: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dwc/Spanish/InjuredWorker.htm y más videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4OjJzCjNowGeRNVs3_pUot0T3ZF3zaGh

Conozca sus Derechos: Horas de enfermedad pagadas y otras leyes laborales en California

La Comisionada Laboral de California, Lilia García-Brower, habla de los derechos de los trabajadores en California a horas de enfermedad pagadas y otras leyes laborales. Para más información, visite: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/ y más videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4OjJzCjNowGeRNVs3_pUot0T3ZF3zaGh

Mensaje de seguridad para trabajadores agrícolas de la primera pareja

La primera pareja Jennifer Siebel Newsom habla del derecho de los trabajadores agrícolas a un lugar de trabajo seguro en California.

Mensaje de la primera pareja sobre horas de enfermedad pagadas para trabajadores agrícolas

La primera pareja Jennifer Siebel Newsom habla de horas de enfermedad pagadas para trabajadores agrícolas.

Farmworker Safety Message from the First Partner

First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom discusses safety for farmworkers in California.

Paid Sick Leave Message for Farmworkers from the First Partner

First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom discusses paid sick leave for farmworkers in California.

Know Your Rights: Safe and Healthy Workplace in California

Cal/OSHA Chief Doug Parker discusses the requirement to protect workers from unsafe and unhealthy conditions on the job in California. Read more on how to prevent COVID-19 infection at work: www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/coronavirus and visit COVID19.ca.gov for more information on California's response.

Know Your Rights: Workers’ Compensation Benefits in California

Division of Workers' Compensation Administrative Director George Parisotto discusses workers' compensation benefits for work-related injuries and illnesses in California. Read more information for injured workers: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dwc/InjuredWor... and employers: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dwc/Employer.htm Visit COVID19.ca.gov for more information on California's response.

Marisela Bonilla

Marisela Bonilla de Cal/OSHA habla sobre cómo prevenir enfermedades causadas por el calor en el programa Conexión California:

DIR Deputy Director of Legislation and Policy Victoria Hassid answers questions about California's new paid sick leave law, AB1522, which goes into effect July 1, this year.

Check out CA Labor Commissioner Julie Su on C-SPAN3 this morning, discussing #wagetheft in the state, and DIR's Division of Labor Standards Enforcement's efforts to fight it.

DIR and the California Labor Commissioner this month launched the "Wage Theft Is A Crime" campaign. California's labor laws protect all California workers, regardless of immigration status. This video plays one of our radio commercials in Spanish. Visit www.WageTheftIsACrime.com for more info.

DIR and the California Labor Commissioner are launching the "Wage Theft Is A Crime" campaign this month. California's labor laws protect all California workers, regardless of immigration status. This video plays one of our radio commercials in Spanish. Visit www.WageTheftIsACrime.com for more info.