HB 1524 Compliance
Washington State's hotel worker safety law requires panic buttons for isolated workers. Learn about the requirements and how VisangCare helps you comply.
What is HB 1524?
House Bill 1524 is a Washington State law (RCW 49.60.515) designed to protect hotel workers, particularly housekeepers, room service staff, janitors, and security guards who work in isolation. The law requires covered employers (hotels, motels, retail establishments, and property services contractors) to provide panic buttons to isolated workers.
Penalty Enforcement Begins January 1, 2026
The HB 1524 amendment adds civil penalties starting January 1, 2026: up to $1,000 per willful violation, and $2,000-$10,000 for repeat violations.
Timeline
HB 1524 signed into law
Governor Inslee signs the hotel worker safety bill (RCW 49.60.515).
Initial requirements effective
Panic button requirements take effect for covered employers.
Penalty Enforcement Begins
HB 1524 amendment adds civil penalties: $1,000 per willful violation, $2,000-$10,000 for repeat violations.
Requirements & How We Comply
Panic button provided to isolated workers
VisangCare: Wearable VisangCare Button for each housekeeping staff member.
Alert reaches designated personnel
VisangCare: Instant push notifications to security team via mobile app.
Employee location identifiable
VisangCare: VisangCare Beacons in each room provide room-level location accuracy.
Signal distinguishable (audible or sensory)
VisangCare: 85dB built-in buzzer activates on button press.
Get Compliant Before Penalties Begin
Don't wait until January 2026. Start planning your compliance strategy today to avoid penalties.