Class Code 9009
Commercial Properties – N.O.C. – Other
Class Code 9009 covers commercial properties N.O.C. (not otherwise classified) where employees perform non‑construction building operations, maintenance and management tasks. This classification applies to on‑site staff at office buildings, retail centers, parking facilities and similar properties. The approved pure premium rate for California effective September 1, 2026 is $3.044 per $100 of payroll.
What Class Code 9009 Covers
9009 is used when a commercial property owner or operator employs workers to run, maintain or manage a property and no other more specific WCIRB classification applies. Typical operations include routine building systems monitoring, light mechanical maintenance, grounds maintenance and property management activities performed by direct employees rather than construction contractors. The code is intended for non‑construction exposure — it excludes roofing, heavy mechanical repairs, elevator overhaul, building additions or other work normally classified to construction codes. It also covers mixed‑use commercial sites where the day‑to‑day property operations are the primary exposure. Use 9009 when the employer’s activities are property operation/management related and not otherwise classified under codes for janitorial contractors, security contractors, or specialized trades.
Who It Applies To
- On‑site property managers and assistant managers for commercial buildings
- Employees performing routine maintenance and light mechanical work for a property owner
- Groundskeepers and landscape maintenance staff directly employed by the property owner
- Parking attendants and lot maintenance crews employed by the property owner
- Leasing office administrative staff and tenant relations coordinators working on site
Common Job Duties
- Daily building walkthroughs and monitoring HVAC, lighting and fire‑alarm panels
- Routine repairs such as changing filters, replacing bulbs, minor plumbing fixes
- Groundskeeping: mowing, trimming, irrigation system checks and debris removal
- Operated parking lot duties: directing traffic, clearing litter and light pavement repairs
- On‑site tenant communications, lease administration tasks and clerical duties
- Coordinating outside contractors and supervising vendor access to the property
Common Injury Risks
Understanding the $3.044 Rate
The pure premium of $3.044 per $100 of payroll represents the portion of workers' compensation pricing intended to cover expected claim costs for this class. To estimate premium, multiply your payroll for employees in class 9009 (in hundreds) by $3.044; carriers then add underwriting loads, state assessments, and any policy‑level adjustments. Your final premium will be affected by experience modification, payroll audits, deductible or retrospective rating plans, classification accuracy, and the insurer or PEO's expense and profit charges.
Cal/OSHA Compliance Requirements
Employers with employees classified under 9009 must follow Cal/OSHA requirements such as maintaining an effective Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) and complying with Hazard Communication (GHS) for any cleaning or maintenance chemicals. For outdoor work and grounds crews, California's Heat Illness Prevention standard requires water, shade and training during warm months. Employers should also evaluate confined‑space, lockout/tagout and PPE requirements before assigning maintenance tasks.
How Key HR Helps Employers Under Class Code 9009
A PEO like Key HR can help ensure employees are correctly classified, reducing misclassification risk and premium surprises while centralizing payroll and claims reporting to improve audit accuracy. Key HR provides claims management, return‑to‑work programs, safety training and customizable loss‑control plans tailored to commercial property operations — all of which can lower frequency and severity of claims and help manage your workers' comp costs.
Get a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Does Class Code 9009 include janitorial or custodial contractors?
Not always. Dedicated janitorial contractors are typically assigned their own codes; 9009 applies when janitorial or light cleaning is performed by the property owner's employees as part of broader property operations. Always verify with your insurer or PEO to ensure correct classification.
How can I reduce my workers' comp premium for employees in 9009?
Focus on injury prevention: implement a written IIPP, provide training on manual‑handling and chemical safety, enforce PPE, establish a light‑duty return‑to‑work program and keep accurate job‑specific payroll records so only appropriate wages are assigned to class 9009.
Are there specific training requirements for on‑site maintenance staff?
Yes. Employers must train staff on hazard communication for chemicals they use, heat illness prevention for outdoor workers, safe equipment operation (mowers, ATV/paved lot equipment) and any lockout/tagout or confined‑space procedures that apply to maintenance tasks.
Quick Facts
- Class Code
- 9009
- Classification
- Commercial Properties – N.O.C. – Other
- Pure Premium Rate
- $3.044 / $100 payroll
- Effective Date
- September 1, 2026
- Source
- WCIRB Approved Filing
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