Beginning December 1, 2025, hotel employers in the City of Los Angeles will be required to comply with the Hotel Worker Training Ordinance (HTO), which mandates public housekeeping training for staff. This training must be delivered by a certified third-party organization designated by the Office of Workforce Standards (OWS) and must consist of at least six hours covering topics outlined in the ordinance. Hotel employers are responsible for covering both the cost of the training and the wages for employees during training hours.
The OWS will soon announce the certified training provider(s), following a formal selection process. Hotel employers should prepare to coordinate directly with the designated organization once announced. The ordinance defines “Hotel Employer” broadly to include any person or contractor who owns, operates, or manages a hotel in the city and directs hotel workers in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
For full details, please refer to the ordinance document here.