Apprentice Requirements

Question 1

When reviewing a CPR, if Alliant notices an apprentice is alone on-site AND is part of a Union, Alliant will request what documentation?

Answer 1

The Union’s MLA or CBA, which will show that this apprentice CAN be alone on-site.

If these agreements CANNOT prove this, then the apprentice MUST be paid Restitution at the JM Rate.

Question 2

Which box needs to be marked on the DAS 140 to indicate that training contribution will be directed to the CAC?

Answer 2

Box 3

Question 3

Which form does a contractor need to submit if utilizing a non-apprenticeable craft?

Answer 3

NONE.
DAS Forms are ONLY for apprenticeable crafts.

Question 4

What information is necessary to determine WHERE DAS 140 forms are submitted?

Answer 4

Name of Committee

Question 5

What is the Apprentice Project Ratio Requirement?

Answer 5

1:5
(1 apprentice hour per 5 JM hours)

Question 6

List all 7 Initial Documents and describe their purpose. Any order is fine.

Answer 6

1. CIS (Contractor Information Sheet) - lists basic information of the contractor in relation to the project. Should include Registration #, CSLB License #, and sub-contractors under them.
2. Appendix A (Checklist of Labor Laws) - contractor is aware of the PW requirement and labor codes, including the requirement of CPR/eCPR and/or submission of IWS.
3. FBS (Fringe Benefit Statement) - shows where contractors are paying their workers Fringes. Must be signed by each contractor on the project.
4. AuthSig (Certification of Understanding & Authorization) - verifies that the person signing the statement of compliance is authorized by the licensed holder (owner).
5. PDA (Payroll Deduction Authorization) - indicates a voluntary deduction on payroll that is authorized by an employee.
6. DAS 140 (Notice of Award) - notifies an apprenticeship program that a contractor/subcontractor has signed a contract to perform work on a project. Indicates how many JM will be utilized.
7. DAS 142 (Request for Dispatch) - requests apprentices under specified craft.

Question 7

If a DAS 7 form cannot be provided by the contractor, then what documentation needs to be revised and resubmitted?

Answer 7

DAS 140

Question 8

When does a DAS 140 need to be submitted?

“ “ DAS 142?

Answer 8

DAS 140 - Within 10 days of contract award but NO LATER THAN first day on site.

DAS 142 - 72 hours prior to first day on site (not including weekends and holidays)

Question 9

Name the Apprenticeship Requirement EXEMPTIONS:

Answer 9

1. When the project is LESS THAN $30,000 in value.
2. Classification w/ an Exemption Letter (these exempt classifications are Laborers, Operating Engineers, and Teamsters).
3. A Sole-Proprietor

Question 10

Which form does a contractor need to submit in order to request for apprentices?
When would this form be necessary for a contractor to submit?

Answer 10

DAS 142

This form would be necessary for a contractor to submit in the case that the contractor cannot meet the 20% Apprentice ratio.

Question 11

How often does Alliant collect IWS (Itemized Wage Statements)?

Answer 11

Quarterly for fringe audit and underpayments.
We collect IWS for ALL employees on CPR #1.

Question 12

How can contractors show “good faith effort” in satisfying a 20% project ratio?

Answer 12

By submitting the DAS 142 Form to all applicable halls.

Question 13

A contractor who is part of a laborer union classifies workers as operating engineers on CPR. Where can the contractor submit their operating engineer training contributions?

Answer 13

To a DAS-approved operating engineer apprenticeable program

OR to the CAC.

Question 14

A contractor is utilizing the classification “Operating Engineer.” Are they exempt from the apprentice ratio requirement?

Answer 14

YES; the exemption letter can be found on the DIR website.

Question 15

In the search engine, how would you search the apprentice certification for employee Eric Guzman, SSN: 610-23-4321?

Answer 15

GUZME4321

Question 16

Which Apprentice Form does a signatory contractor need to submit?

Answer 16

DAS 7

This form is proof to verify signatory status.

Question 17

What are the FIVE Apprentice Requirements on Public Works Projects?

Answer 17

1. DAS 140
2. DAS 142
3. Proper REGISTRATION in a valid apprenticeship program
4. Proper SUPERVISION
5. Proper TRAINING contributions

Question 18

What documentation does Alliant need in order to verify where contractors are paying their fringes to?

Answer 18

Fringe Benefits Statement

Question 19

What documentation does Alliant need in order to verify that the BHR has been paid correctly?

Answer 19

Itemized Wage Statement

Question 20

What documentation does Alliant need to collect if an employee has a voluntary deduction?

Answer 20

Payroll Deduction Authorization

Question 21

What is the violation fee if not registered to work on a Public Works Project?

Answer 21

$2,000 Violation

Question 22

Which TWO sites can be utilized to look up contract ID #’s?

Answer 22

1. DIR.ca.gov (verify their registry to DIR)
2. CSLB.ca.gov (verify their CA State License)

Question 23

What is the most important requirement on the DAS 7 form?

Answer 23

Must have three signatures.

Question 24

List the DAS 140 check box options, and what each check box means.

Answer 24

BOX 1. Signatory status, approved to train.

BOX 2. Not approved to train (but may be abiding to local union rules)

BOX 3. Non-signatory to any hall, training contributions paid to the CAC.

Question 25

1. List Annualized Fringe Benefits
2. List Non-Fringe Benefits

Answer 25

1. HW, PEN, VH.
2. Sick, Work Comp, Mandated Taxes, TRAIN.

Question 26

Who needs to make Training payments on a California project?

Answer 26

Any contractor who is of an Apprenticeable craft.

Question 27

What amount sets the prevailing wage?

Answer 27

The Overall Contract amount.

Question 28

What is the penalty for not submitting the DAS 140 on time?

Answer 28

$300 per day per craft until the form is filed.

Question 29

What payments need to be paid to employees if a contractor utilizes an apprenticeable craft?

Answer 29

Training Payments.