Enjoying the preview?
This is the free first lesson. Get full access — request a demo or sign in.
California Healthy Workplaces (Healthy Families Act of 2014)
Familiarize yourself with California’s sick leave lawPreview the first lesson free — get full access to all 13 lessons.
Essential Provider : KnowledgeCity 5 chapters · 13 Lessons · 39m in English, Spanish
Course Description
In 2014, California Governor Jerry Brown signed legislation ensuring that employees receive paid sick leave when they need it: The California Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act. Paid sick leave allows employees to take time off to address their health and the health of their family members. They can do so knowing that they aren’t risking their livelihoods in the process.
In 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom signed another bill, SB616, amending the law to increase the amount of time that employers are obligated to provide to employees for sick leave. This new legislation takes effect at the start of 2024, so it’s critical for employers to be familiar with these changes. This course will inform you of what this law mandates for employers, along with the changes SB616 made to existing legislation. You will learn who is covered under this law, who is exempted, what the penalties of noncompliance are, and how to report to the Labor Commissioner. You will also receive tips for recordkeeping, seeking legal consultation, and preventing retaliation.
What You'll Learn
- Discover how California's sick leave law is changing in 2024 under SB616
- Identify who is covered and who is exempted under the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014
- Understand employer requirements and employee entitlements for requesting sick leave time
- Recognize the penalties for noncompliance and how to report to the Labor Commissioner
- Create a sick leave policy that adheres to the amended law
- Apply best practices for recordkeeping, legal consultation, and preventing retaliation
Key Takeaways
- The California Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act was signed into law in 2014 by Governor Jerry Brown to ensure employees receive paid sick leave.
- Paid sick leave allows employees to take time off for their own health and the health of their family members without risking their livelihoods.
- In 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB616, amending the law to increase the amount of sick leave time employers must provide, effective at the start of 2024.
- The law defines who is covered, who is exempted, the penalties for noncompliance, and how to report to the Labor Commissioner.
- The course covers recordkeeping, seeking legal consultation, and preventing retaliation against employees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
It is intended for employers who need to be familiar with what the California Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act mandates and the changes SB616 made, which take effect at the start of 2024.
What does this course cover?
It covers what the law mandates for employers and the changes SB616 made, including who is covered, who is exempted, the penalties of noncompliance, and how to report to the Labor Commissioner. It also provides tips for recordkeeping, seeking legal consultation, and preventing retaliation.
What skills will I gain from this course?
The course builds skills in compliance requirements, compliance reporting, and project documentation.
What is SB616 and why does it matter?
SB616 is a bill signed by Governor Gavin Newsom in 2023 that amends the law to increase the amount of sick leave time employers are obligated to provide. It takes effect at the start of 2024, so it is critical for employers to be familiar with these changes.
What topics are included in the lessons?
Lessons include the Act itself, amendments and exceptions, employer requirements, who is covered, employee entitlements and requesting time, penalties for noncompliance, reporting to the Labor Commissioner, preventing retaliation, education and training, record-keeping, and legal consultation.
