Bill > AB365

This bill, named the Justin Kropp Safety Act, requires local publicly owned electric utilities, electrical corporations, and their independent contractors or subcontractors to have an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) available at every worksite where electrical utility workers are performing work on transmission or distribution lines. The bill mandates that these entities adopt written policies and procedures ensuring that: (1) anyone using an AED during an emergency activates the local Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system and reports the AED use, (2) all employees and contractors are trained on AED use and emergency procedures, and (3) they comply with existing Health and Safety Code regulations regarding AED maintenance and usage. The bill provides liability protection for individuals who use an AED in good faith during an emergency, as long as they are not acting for direct compensation. Notably, the bill does not require state reimbursement for implementing these requirements, as the costs can be covered by existing service charges or fees. The legislation aims to improve workplace safety for electrical utility workers by ensuring rapid medical response capabilities are available at worksites where potentially dangerous electrical work is being performed.

Budget and Finance, Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB365