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HomeLabor CodeDiv. 1Ch. 1§ 56 Department Divisions Structure

§ 56 Department Divisions Structure

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§ 56 Department Divisions Structure

Key Takeaways

  • •The department has five main parts to handle different jobs.
  • •One part helps workers who get hurt on the job.
  • •Another part makes sure workplaces are safe.
  • •There’s also a part that checks if workers are paid fairly.
  • •One part manages training programs for jobs that require special skills.

Example

If you get hurt while working at a construction site.

The Division of Workers’ Compensation will help you get money for your injuries and medical bills.

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§ 56 Department Divisions Structure

The work of the department shall be divided into at least five divisions known as the Division of Workers’ Compensation, the Division of Occupational Safety and Health, the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, the Division of Apprenticeship Standards, and the State Compensation Insurance Fund. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 46, Sec. 77. (SB 1038) Effective June 27, 2012.)

Last verified: January 21, 2026

Key Terms

Division of Workers’ CompensationDivision of Occupational Safety and HealthDivision of Labor Standards EnforcementDivision of Apprenticeship StandardsState Compensation Insurance Fund

Related Statutes

  • § 53 Department Head Definitions
  • § 55 Department Organization Authority
  • § 1175 Labor Records Compliance Penalties
  • § 1195 Minimum Wage Complaint Enforcement
  • § 1195.5 Wage Payment Verification Enforcement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Labor Code. Section 56.
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