California Public Utilities Code

§ 8310

PUC § 8310 Effective Jan 1, 2026Div. 4.1 · Ch. 1.5

Statute text

(a)Each utility, and independent contractor or subcontractor of a utility, shall do both of the following:

(1)Have an automated external defibrillator (AED) available for emergency use at each worksite where two or more electrical utility workers are performing work on electrical transmission or distribution lines of 601 volts or more.

(2)Adopt, consistent with its duty to furnish and use safety devices and safeguards as required by Section 6401 of the Labor Code and as part of its injury prevention program that conforms to the requirements of Section 6401.7 of the Labor Code, a written program of policies and procedures to ensure both of the following:

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Legislative history

Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 361, Sec. 2. (AB 365) Effective January 1, 2026.