Establishes the Trades Worker Justice and Safety Act to ensure a harassment-free workplace for all construction workers in Rhode Island.
The Trades Worker Justice and Safety Act aims to create a safe and equitable environment for construction workers in Rhode Island. It mandates zero-tolerance policies for harassment, discrimination, intimidation, bullying, abuse, and retaliation on all construction sites. The act establishes an independent ombudsman to handle complaints, conduct investigations, and issue corrective actions. It also requires the posting of worker rights and zero-tolerance policies at jobsite entrances. Employers must provide regulated women's restrooms and mental health support.
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