I think what you’re asking is, if someone is working for a hotel, and know that the chambermaid is being asked to skip changing beds, and is being asked to apply pesticides, and are aware of a bed bug problem that is not being abated–what should he or she do?

I am not a lawyer. I have a hunch there are laws about bedding being changed in hotels. If I were working in a place where this was not the case, I would call the health department. I would ask if a complaint could be given in confidence, since I was afraid of losing my job. I have a hunch they would be glad to hear from you, and would take steps to get the information without endangering your job.

Hotels are inspected every day, and I don’t think the health dept. would have to give a reason, so they may be able to turn up and look around and will likely find violations.

It is my understanding that in some circumstances and locations, the person applying pesticides must be trained and licensed to do so. I can’t speak to your local laws, but the health dept. may find it interesting that the chambermaid is applying pesticides.

Of course, I can’t promise your job would be safe. But then you try to avoid working, long-term, at a hotel that doesn’t give a toss about bed bugs. Since it will be a matter of time before you take them home with you.

If the legal aspect worries you, you can try to get a free initial consultation with a lawyer.