Class Code 8062
Stores – Computer
Class Code 8062 applies to retail establishments whose primary business is selling, demonstrating, stocking and repairing computers and related peripherals in a store setting. The California pure premium rate for this classification is $1.236 per $100 of payroll, which reflects the expected claim cost for employees doing in-store computer work.
What Class Code 8062 Covers
This classification covers brick-and-mortar computer stores and departments where employees sell, demonstrate, diagnose and perform light repair or warranty service on computers, laptops, printers, monitors and accessories. It includes point-of-sale staff, sales consultants who perform product demos, in-store service technicians who replace components and test equipment on the premises, and stockroom employees who receive and move boxed inventory. Typical operations include unpacking and staging shipments, shelving merchandise, configuring demo units, imaging systems, running basic diagnostics, and handling customer returns and exchanges. It does not generally cover heavy industrial repair, outside installation at customer sites, or independent contractors working off the store payroll — those activities are usually classified under different WCIRB codes.
Who It Applies To
- Retail computer store sales associates and product demonstrators
- In-store service and warranty technicians who repair or test equipment on-site
- Cashiers and point-of-sale associates in the computer department
- Inventory/stock clerks who receive, move and store boxed computer equipment
- Store managers and assistant managers overseeing day-to-day store operations
Common Job Duties
- Demonstrating hardware and software to customers and answering technical questions
- Diagnosing and replacing components (hard drives, memory, power supplies) and testing repaired units
- Imaging and configuring systems, updating firmware and installing peripherals for demo units
- Receiving shipments, unpacking, inspecting for damage and stocking shelves
- Operating cash registers, processing returns, and handling warranty paperwork
- Using hand tools, box cutters and hand trucks to move packaged merchandise
Common Injury Risks
Understanding the $1.236 Rate
The pure premium rate of $1.236 per $100 of payroll represents the estimated cost of claims for workers in this classification per $100 of payroll. Insurers use this pure premium as the baseline and add loading for claims adjustment expenses, administrative costs, state assessments and profit to arrive at a charged rate. An individual employer’s final premium will also be affected by experience modification, payroll mix, deductible choices, classification accuracy and any loss prevention credits or schedule rating adjustments.
Cal/OSHA Compliance Requirements
Cal/OSHA requires employers to maintain an effective Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) and to train employees on hazards they encounter in computer retail and service work. Relevant requirements include hazard communication for batteries and cleaning agents, safe electrical work practices and lockout/tagout when servicing energized equipment, manual handling and ladder safety training, and controls for fire risk associated with lithium-ion batteries. Regular documented safety inspections, housekeeping by keeping aisles and cords managed, and posting emergency procedures are also expected under general industry standards.
How Key HR Helps Employers Under Class Code 8062
A PEO like Key HR can centralize workers' comp coverage and claims handling while delivering California-specific safety programs and training templates (IIPP, manual handling, battery storage procedures) tailored to computer stores. Key HR’s claims advocacy, return-to-work planning and payroll consolidation can help reduce experience modification impacts and administrative burden, lowering overall workers' comp cost for employers operating under Class Code 8062.
Get a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Does Class Code 8062 cover technicians who travel to customer sites for installation or repair?
No. Class Code 8062 is for work performed inside the retail store. Technicians who perform on-site installation or field service at customer locations are typically assigned a different WCIRB classification. Always confirm with your carrier or Key HR to ensure correct coding and avoid audit adjustments.
What practical steps can a computer store take to reduce workers' comp claims and lower premium?
Focus on safe material handling (use carts and dollies, lift training), secure shelving and anchoring of displays, box-cutter safety programs, battery storage and disposal procedures, cord management to prevent trips, periodic breaks and ergonomics for demo staff, and a formal return-to-work/light-duty program to shorten lost-time claims. Documented training and pre-shift inspections also support lower loss costs.
Which payroll items are included when calculating premium for Class Code 8062?
Premium is based on wages paid to employees performing the classified duties, including hourly wages and salaries. Commissions and bonuses related to payroll are generally included; independent contractors not on your payroll are usually excluded but must be properly documented. Misclassification or failing to report payroll for employees doing covered work can trigger audits and adjustments.
Quick Facts
- Class Code
- 8062
- Classification
- Stores – Computer
- Pure Premium Rate
- $1.236 / $100 payroll
- Effective Date
- September 1, 2026
- Source
- WCIRB Approved Filing
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