Compliance & Risk

When a sprinkler or alarm system goes down — or hot work starts on your property — California fire code may require a dedicated fire watch within hours. Here's when fire watch is required, who can legally perform it, what the logs must contain, and what drives cost in Los Angeles.

California SB-553 requires every employer to implement a Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (WVPP) by July 1, 2025. Facility managers must lead compliance by drafting plans, training staff, logging incidents, and conducting risk assessments—while avoiding pitfalls like “binder-only” policies and missed documentation. Done right, SB-553 compliance strengthens both safety and trust.

A 2025 guide to security costs in Los Angeles and Orange County, breaking down guard rates, cost drivers, and hybrid solutions that lower spend without sacrificing safety.