Trying to figure out which California workers’ comp classification best matches your business? Describe the work in plain English and we’ll suggest the closest industry currently supported by our calculator, along with the California class code or codes we use for that category.
Suggested industry
Landscaping
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iThis is a best guess, not an official classification decision. The exact workers’ compensation class can depend on the work actually performed, employee duties and carrier rules. A licensed agent or insurer should confirm the final classification.
California uses its own workers’ compensation classification system. The Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California (WCIRB) maintains the Standard Classification System, while our calculator’s pricing benchmark comes from the California Department of Insurance (CDI) March 2026 manual base-rate comparison.
For the best result, describe the operation rather than only entering a job title. “Manager,” “owner” or “technician” can apply to very different businesses. A description such as “commercial office cleaning,” “roof replacement,” “bookkeeping,” or “auto repair” gives the helper useful context.
Common California class-code examples in our calculator
Landscaping0042
Office / Clerical8810
Janitorial Services9008
Auto Repair8389
Full-Service Restaurant9080
Roofing5552 / 5553
These examples are limited to the broad industries currently supported by 10 Second Quotes. They are not a complete list of California workers’ comp classifications, and the final policy code can depend on operational details we do not collect here.
Looking for a WCIRB class code search?
The WCIRB is the authoritative California source for the Standard Classification System. Our helper is intentionally narrower: it maps a plain-English description to one of the common small-business industries supported by the 10 Second Quotes calculator. Use it as a starting point, then confirm the final policy classification with the insurer, licensed agent or the applicable WCIRB guidance.
Are California workers’ comp class codes the same as NCCI codes?
Do not assume another state’s classification applies in California. California has its own WCIRB classification system, and the exact California classification should be confirmed for the work actually performed.
Can a California business have more than one class code?
Yes. Different operations or employee duties can sometimes be classified separately under applicable rules. This helper returns a broad starting point, not a binding policy determination.
Why does the calculator sometimes show two possible California class codes?
Some broad consumer-facing industries span more than one classification depending on the specific work performed. The calculator may display both possible codes rather than pretending it can resolve details it has not asked for.