Quote of the day
Devastating Pyrotechnics “with actual knowledge of serious concealed dangers and imminent risks of great bodily harm or death, willingly failed to inform the … Division of Occupational Safety and Health of such risks, and failed to warn its affected employees.”
From the Yolo County indictment charging seven individuals with murder, conspiracy and other crimes in connection with the July 1st, 2025, fireworks explosion in Esparto that killed seven workers.
Read about this important development in this week’s Cal-OSHA Reporter.
D.A. Alleges Murder, Conspiracy in Esparto Explosion
A massive explosion in July 2025 killed seven workers. Now, Yolo County has indicted seven individuals for murder and other charges in this important case.
New VPP and Golden Gate Employers
Five California employers have qualified for Cal/OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program, and thirteen more for Golden Gate safety recognition programs. Here are the latest VPP and Golden Gate recipients.
Due Diligence Appeal Not Dead Yet
The Cal/OSHA Appeals Board overturned an ALJ’s decision that absolved a general contractor based on “due diligence” in an injury case. But then the employer pointed out that the Board missed some important information. Here’s what happened next.
More Citations in 2025 Fatality Cases
Cal/OSHA has cited several employers in fatality cases from the latter half of 2025. Here are the cases and the agency’s citations.
Here are the latest fatal workplace incidents from around California.