NY A03023

Requires workers' compensation insurers to provide a 10% premium reduction to landscape businesses that qualify under the safety training requirements

Landscape businesses qualify for the reduction when 50% or more of their employees successfully complete the OSHA-approved 10-hour construction safety course for the landscaping industry

Defines "landscape business" as businesses primarily involved in modifying visible land features, including lawn care, gardening, and tree removal or pruning

Premium reduction is available annually and requires application through a standardized form developed jointly by the State Insurance Fund commissioners, Commissioner of Labor, and Superintendent of Financial Services

Takes effect 120 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization to develop necessary rules and regulations