Class Code 8324
Gasoline Stations
Class Code 8324 covers California gasoline stations where fuel is dispensed and retail convenience operations occur. The September 1, 2026 approved pure premium rate is $3.279 per $100 of payroll — a baseline for expected claim costs for these operations.
What Class Code 8324 Covers
This classification applies to sites whose primary business is retail sale of gasoline and diesel fuel, including attendant-served pumps, pay-at-pump operations and associated convenience store activities. Typical covered operations include manual fueling, pump and dispenser monitoring, island housekeeping, stocking of convenience merchandise, point-of-sale transactions, and routine site maintenance (lighting, canopy, and vacuum/air equipment). It also covers attendant duties such as spill response, portable gasoline handling when used in site operations, and basic equipment inspections. Heavy automotive repair, brake or transmission work and full-service mechanical shops are not included and should be reported under the appropriate auto repair codes.
Who It Applies To
- Gas station owners/operators and franchisees with retail fuel sales
- Fuel attendants who manually dispense gasoline or diesel
- Convenience store clerks and cashiers working on-site
- Site maintenance staff who handle cleaning, minor pump maintenance, or island repairs
- Night shift supervisors and managers responsible for safety and cash handling
Common Job Duties
- Dispensing gasoline and diesel to customers and supervising pay-at-pump transactions
- Operating point-of-sale systems, handling cash and card payments, and balancing tills
- Stocking shelves, rotating inventory, and restocking cigarettes, food and beverages
- Cleaning fueling islands, restrooms and store areas; removing spills and debris
- Responding to small fuel spills, deploying spill kits, and notifying emergency services if needed
- Performing basic pump, hose and nozzle inspections and reporting defects to technicians
Common Injury Risks
Understanding the $3.279 Rate
The approved pure premium rate of $3.279 per $100 of payroll represents the insurer's estimated cost of claims per $100 in wages for workers in this classification. Insurers multiply the pure premium by your payroll (divided by 100) and then apply loss cost multipliers, experience modification, policy fees, and any credits or debits to determine the final premium.
Cal/OSHA Compliance Requirements
Employers must follow Cal/OSHA requirements for flammable and combustible liquids (Title 8, flammable liquids standards) and Hazard Communication (Title 8 §5194) including maintaining SDSs, proper storage, labeling and employee training. Additional obligations include providing appropriate PPE, written emergency and fire-prevention procedures, spill response training, and coordination with local fire codes and Unified Program Agencies that regulate underground tanks and environmental release reporting.
How Key HR Helps Employers Under Class Code 8324
A PEO like Key HR helps gasoline station employers by ensuring correct payroll classification, administering timely claims management and return-to-work programs, and delivering targeted safety training (fuel handling, spill response, robbery prevention). We also help implement documented safety policies, procure competitive workers' comp programs, and use aggregated data to negotiate better terms and lower total cost of risk.
Get a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Are convenience store clerks included in Class Code 8324?
Yes — clerks who perform retail sales, stocking, cleaning and point-of-sale duties at a retail fuel location are typically included under 8324, provided the site's primary business is fuel retailing rather than vehicle repair.
What operations would be excluded from this code?
Automotive repair, lube and tire services that perform mechanical work, heavy maintenance or vehicle lifts are excluded and should be reported under auto repair/lube class codes. Separate payroll separation is important to avoid misclassification.
How can I lower workers' comp costs for a gas station?
Reduce frequency and severity of claims by documenting fuel-spill procedures, providing HazCom and spill-response training, installing bright lighting and CCTV for robbery deterrence, maintaining islands and drainage to prevent slips, and using formal return-to-work plans — Key HR can implement these programs and track results to lower your experience modifier.
Quick Facts
- Class Code
- 8324
- Classification
- Gasoline Stations
- Pure Premium Rate
- $3.279 / $100 payroll
- Effective Date
- September 1, 2026
- Source
- WCIRB Approved Filing
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