Washington HB1524 mandates workplace standards for employers of isolated employees, including sexual harassment policies and training.

Washington HB1524 requires employers of isolated employees, including janitors, security guards, and hotel staff, to adopt sexual harassment policies and provide annual training to prevent sexual assault and harassment. Employers must also offer resources and panic buttons to isolated employees. Property services contractors must submit quarterly reports to the Department of Labor and Industries. The department can issue civil penalties for violations, with higher penalties for repeat offenses. The bill also defines terms such as "isolated employee" and "panic button.

Washington HB1524 mandates workplace standards for employers of isolated employees, including sexual harassment policies and training.

Washington HB1524 requires employers of isolated employees, including janitors, security guards, and hotel staff, to adopt sexual harassment policies and provide annual training to prevent sexual assault and harassment. Employers must also offer resources and panic buttons to isolated employees. Property services contractors must submit quarterly reports to the Department of Labor and Industries. The department can issue civil penalties for violations, with higher penalties for repeat offenses. The bill also defines terms such as "isolated employee" and "panic button.