CA AB2079

Establishes mandatory biennial in-person sexual violence and harassment prevention training for janitorial workers and employers, with training requirements adopted by January 1, 2020 using qualified organizations and peer trainers.

Requires janitorial service employers to register with the Labor Commissioner and prohibits registration if employer fails to provide required training, disclose subcontractors and branch locations, or satisfy final judgments for unpaid wages or unlawful employment practices.

Mandates qualified peer trainers must have at least 40 hours of advocate training in trauma-informed principles, two years of nonsupervisory janitorial industry experience, and be paid at least twice the state minimum wage per hour.

Requires employers to document training completion on a Division-prescribed form, with qualified organizations submitting training reports to the director within 48 hours of completion including names of trained employees and identification of management and supervisors.

Directs the Director of Industrial Relations to convene advisory committees by July 1, 2019 to develop qualifications for qualified organizations and peer trainers, and maintain an updated list reviewed every three years.