Hotel Panic Button Laws by State: How Location Tech Helps Hotels Stay Compliant
Protect hotel staff and meet regulations with Location Tech panic buttons.
Hotel safety laws are changing fast, and hotels must keep up.
Across the U.S., more states and cities are passing laws requiring hotels to provide mobile panic buttons for employees who work alone in guest rooms, restrooms, or isolated service areas. These panic buttons are designed to immediately alert management or security personnel if an employee feels threatened or requires urgent assistance.
At Location Tech, we offer scalable mobile panic button solutions designed specifically for hotels to comply with these evolving workplace safety laws.
Why Panic Button Laws Are Expanding
Employee safety is a growing priority in hospitality. Many hotel staff, especially housekeepers and maintenance workers, are vulnerable to harassment or injury while working alone. In response, local governments are introducing panic button mandates to ensure a safer work environment.
Laws vary by state and city, but they all aim to protect workers and reduce response time in emergencies.
Keep your staff safe with wearable panic button solutions.
State-by-State Overview of Panic Button Laws
Here are just a few examples of active or upcoming hotel panic button laws:
Illinois: Hotels with 100+ rooms must provide panic buttons under the Hotel and Casino Employee Safety Act.
New Jersey: Hotels with 100+ guest rooms are required to equip lone workers with panic devices and maintain safety records.
Washington State: Hotels with 60+ rooms must provide panic buttons and employee training as part of Senate Bill 5258.
California: Cities like Los Angeles, Santa Monica, and Oakland have passed local ordinances mandating panic buttons, workload limits, and safety training.
Florida (Miami Beach): All hotels must provide panic buttons and post safety protocols.
More states and cities are expected to follow in 2025 and beyond.
How Location Tech Helps You Stay Compliant
Location Tech offers hotel-specific panic button systems designed to meet legal requirements while improving overall safety.
Our solutions include:
Precise Location Tracking: Pinpoint exactly where an employee is in complex multi-story hotel buildings.
Private Wireless Networks: Ensure strong, reliable signals independent of hotel Wi-Fi.
Quick Activation Devices: Discreet and easy-to-use panic buttons worn on the body.
Compliance Reporting: Log every alert and response for audits, training, and peace of mind.
Whether your hotel operates in a city with active laws or you're preparing for upcoming regulations, we help you stay ahead.
Protect Your Staff. Protect Your Business.
Mobile panic button compliance isn’t just about checking a legal box; it’s about showing your team you care. Providing hotel workers with fast access to help increases retention, morale, and trust.
Location Tech is your partner in compliance and safety. Let us help you build a safer hotel environment today and stay ready for tomorrow’s laws. Get in touch today to schedule a demo or learn more about how our hotel panic button solution can help your property meet local and state requirements.