California’s Ergonomic Standard: What Every Employer Must Know!

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Cal/OSHA Ergonomics Compliance Guide

Title 8, Section 5110 — Repetitive Motion Injuries (RMIs)  

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Compliance Trigger

Required when:  

Two or more employees performing identical tasks report RMIs within a 12-month period.


Worksite Evaluation
  •    Assess affected job tasks  
  •    Identify risk factors: repetition, force, awkward posture, vibration
  •    Document findings and recommendations  
Control Measures
  •    Adjust workstation layout and tools  
  •    Introduce ergonomic furniture or accessories  
  •    Redesign workflow or rotate tasks  
  •    Record corrective actions and effectiveness reviews  
Employee Training
   Explain the ergonomics program  
  •    Teach risk factors and safe practices  
  •    Train on proper use of equipment  
  •    Emphasize early reporting  
  •    Keep attendance and training records  
Documentation
  •    Maintain written records of evaluations, actions, and training  
  •    Ensure accessibility for Cal/OSHA inspection  
Ongoing Monitoring
  •    Review program effectiveness regularly  
  •    Update corrective measures as needed  
  •    Encourage employee feedback  
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  • Expert certified ergonomic assessments tailored to your workplace
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  • Documentation support to keep you inspection-ready

Failure to comply?

The penalties for a failure to comply with Title 8, Section 5110 can range from a few hundred dollars to tens of thousands of dollars per violation. For example, serious violations can result in penalties up to $25,000, while willful violations can lead to penalties up to $70,000 1.

1 https://cloudsds.com/osha-california/comprehensive-guide-to-california-osha-cal-osha-violations/
 
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