Cal/VPP questions and answers

What is Cal/VPP STAR?

It is a certification program designed to recognize employers whose occupational safety and health programs are exemplary and meet specific Cal/VPP STAR guidelines.

Who can apply for Cal/VPP STAR?

Employers who desire recognition for outstanding achievements in the development and implementation of their safety and health program.

What are the requirements?

The 5 elements of Cal/VPP STAR include:

Management Commitment
Worksite Analysis
Hazard Prevention & Control
Health and Safety Training
Continual Improvement

The applicant submits documents to support the implementation of Cal/VPP elements with the last 3 years average Injury & Illness Rates and LWDI (Loss Work Day Incident rates). See Employer Application Guidelines at http://www.dir.ca.gov/DOSH/cal_vpp/guidelines.html.

What is the onsite evaluation?

It is a verification of the effective implementation of Cal/VPP STAR requirements by the applicant.

Note: If an employer has multiple sites, each location will require a separate application. A separate certificate will be awarded for each as this is a site-specific program.

Who does the onsite evaluation?

Designated Safety and Health consultants from the Cal/OSHA VPP STAR office.

How much does it cost?

Cal/VPP services are provided at no cost to the applicant.

What are the advantages?

Employers that achieved VPP status report several advantages including:

recognition by peers, State and local governments,
increased employee involvement,
improved quality of products and productivity of employees,
improved partnership with government,
reduction in injuries and illnesses, and
exemption from routine Cal/OSHA programmed inspections

Please complete the request form for further information about the Cal/VPP STAR Program.

The completed form may be:

Faxed to 510-873-6470
Emailed to CalVPP@dir.ca.gov or
Mailed to: Cal VPP
1515 Clay Street Suite 1190
Oakland, CA 94612