Cleanup and Rebuilding after Wildfires

The work to cleanup and rebuild after wildfires must be done in compliance with California's labor laws and workplace safety and health regulations.

California's robust worker protections apply to every workplace in the state.

These protections include:

  • Cal/OSHA workplace safety and health standards requiring employers to identify hazards, train workers on how to prevent unsafe working conditions, provide proper personal protective equipment and injury/illness prevention planning.
  • Labor laws enforced by the Labor Commissioner's Office include minimum wage, overtime, prevailing wage on public works projects, meal and rest breaks, sick leave, waiting time penalties and unfair immigration related practices.
  • Workers' compensation for work related injuries and illnesses including paid medical treatment and benefits for temporary or permanent disabilities.

Cal/OSHA

Workplace Safety and Health

  • General information:
    833-579-0927

Division of Workers’ Compensation

Work-related injury and illnesses

  • General information:
    1-800-736-7401

February 2025