New California laws make building owners, property managers, and their cleaning companies responsible for a cleaning contractor’s labor violations including unpaid wages and taxes.
You could be on the hook for your cleaning company’s business practices.
You can check if you are contracting a responsible contractor. Here’s how:
- Learn more about the registry.
- Look up your contractor here.
- Ensure your contractor has workers comp insurance.
Learn about the laws:
- Janitorial Enforcement Webinar (created with California Labor Commissioner Julie A. Su, the Labor Commission, & BOMA)
- Property Service Workers Protection Act (PDF)
- A Fair Day’s Pay Act (PDF)
Read the laws:
Have questions? Check the Registry FAQ.