Human Trafficking Training for Hotels
Code of Virginia § 35.1-15.1 mandates every hotel proprietor to require its employees to complete a training course on recognizing and reporting instances of suspected human trafficking.
There are two options that meet this training requirement:
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1. The online course provided by DCJS at no cost; or
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2. An alternative online or in-person course approved by DCJS.
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Take the DCJS Training
Take the DCJS online human trafficking training for hotel employees HERE.
See instructions for creating an account HERE.
Alternative Approved Courses
DCJS maintains a list of approved alternative courses that can be found HERE.
To request course approval, complete the curriculum approval form and submit it per the instructions. DCJS shall approve or disapprove courses within 60-days of submission. Curriculum must be submitted again if changes are made to the course.
Compliance
Each hotel employee shall complete the required training course within six months of being employed by a hotel and then at least once every two years for as long as they are employed by the hotel.
The Virginia Department of Health monitors compliance of this regulation. They may request evidence of compliance at any time. Hotel proprietors should retain training certificates for each employee as proof of completion.
Human Trafficking Hotel Flyers
DCJS offers flyers for hotels that include signs of human trafficking and how to make a report. Hotels are encouraged to place these flyers behind the front desk and in other staff spaces. The flyers are available in English, Spanish, Bengali, Gujarati, and Hindi.
Contact
For questions, please contact hoteltraining@dcjs.virginia.gov.