Latest news and information on construction licensing requirements, from the editors at Associated Construction Publications - the leading source of information for the heavy, highway and non-residential construction industry en-us http://www.acppubs.com/community/Licensing/48548.html?nid=4214 2009 Reed Business Information. Subject to its Terms of Use. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 09:12:12 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6650885.html?nid=4214 Statistics from the federal government show construction-related deaths in the workplace dropped 41 percent in 2007. Other stats show one in five California workplace deaths are construction related. You might guess roofers taking a tumble were particularly at risk, but strong emphasis on safety education skewed the result away from this trade as the answer. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6646685.html?nid=4214 Q: I was told that if I work 20 percent of the time, I could be the company responsible managing employee (RME). My employer also told me that as RME I would not be responsible for their work and they would give me something in writing that states this. I'm a bit worried because this does not seem right. Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6642325.html?nid=4214 It was planes, trains and automobiles carrying me south for the latest California State Contractors License Board meeting. With only a dozen or so audience members in attendance, James Miller, Chairman of the CSLB, gaveled their quarterly meeting to order in San Diego. A wide variety of topics were discussed during their 3-1/2-hour gathering on February 11. Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6637457.html?nid=4214 The balance between a contractor's worksite and the surrounding community can sometimes become strained. Often it's because of noise created by the work. Can a contractor be fined by the CSLB when the decibels rise and tempers flare? Why should a responsible managing officer (RMO) always file to disassociate from the company when he leaves? One contractor offers us an example, and another, some... Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6634309.html?nid=4214 You can assume something, or jump to a conclusion. In most cases, you're going to find that you have 'leaped before you looked.' I help people look ahead of their leap into contractor's licensing. For others who've already jumped in, I'll help smooth the way to better understanding of how and when their license needs attention. Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6630601.html?nid=4214 Q: I would like to know if I could pursue a contractor's license for the "B," "C-29" and "C-27." I have worked as a project manager for over five years. Please let me know if I would need to test in all areas? Thank you. A: While the CSLB should ultimately allow you to obtain these license classifications, you may only apply — and test — for one at a time. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6626538.html?nid=4214 One license can generate many opportunities, if you are a contractor who knows how to extend your 'reach.' We all learn how to extend the use of a corporate license beyond its usual limits. Readers know that public works bids are always an adventure, because some require license classifications that don't always fit the work. Mon, 19 Jan 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6623868.html?nid=4214 No matter how hard I try I just can't be in two different places at the same time. However, did you know a contractor sometimes can qualify two licenses at the same time? Another contractor wants to work in three places, but found the California application a little 'weird' after applying in Arizona and Nevada . Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6618286.html?nid=4214 Q: I have been employed in upper management with a company for close to five years. Is it still possible to be grandfathered in, so to speak, so I can obtain my own license without taking any exams? Please advise. A: The CSLB no longer grants waivers for a new license based on having been listed on an existing contractor's license for five years. Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6615959.html?nid=4214 Q: I recently heard from the CSLB that they are looking into a project I worked on a few years ago. A complaint was filed against my license, and the Investigator has asked me to provide all my contracts and records for an 18-month period. I think they are on a fishing expedition, but I want to know what actions can the CSLB take against me and my license if I do not have these records? A: The ... Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6610222.html?nid=4214 Here's a quick quiz for contractors. How many licenses can a corporation apply for? If you're not sure, you may be surprised by the answer given to one of our contractor inquiries. Unfortunately, another contractor will be disappointed to learn there is little help in his situation. Don't let this happen to you. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6614411.html?nid=4214 I’ve just received a notice about upcoming meetings to help explain the major changes that will come to electrician licensing and inspection when the newly enacted standard takes effect. Although the new rules are not due to kick ... Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6606714.html?nid=4214 Was it Mom or perhaps the bureaucracy that wants, 'a place for everything and everything in its place?' Both, right? A contractor's license application is no exception to that rule. Both a family of contractors and a 'former' one will learn that sometimes what looks easy is harder than you might think … Q: My father in-law would like to add my husband to his contractor's license and also ... Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6606716.html?nid=4214 Nearly all construction and design firms have some sort of employee retirement program as well as health care benefit programs. The fiduciaries ... Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6603929.html?nid=4214 Q: How long would it take and what is the process to change the RMO on our contractor's license if the new RMO already has a contractor's license and has been fingerprinted? A: You'll need to file an application for replacing the Qualifying Individual. The likely processing time at present, since the person has already been fingerprinted, is four weeks. Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6598333.html?nid=4214 Q: Can you explain licensing a corporation as opposed to licensing an individual? Is there a difference? A: Basically, there's little difference administratively between licensing a corporation and sole owner with the CSLB. With both you'll be required to complete and file an original license application, pay a $400 state fee, post a $12,500 Contractors Bond, test if required, and file a Certif... Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6594600.html?nid=4214 The balance between a contractor's worksite and the surrounding community can sometimes become strained. Often it's because of noise created by the work. Can a contractor be fined by the CSLB when the decibels rise and tempers flare? Why should a responsible managing officer (RMO) always file to disassociate from the company when he leaves? One contractor offers us an example, and another, some... Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6588940.html?nid=4214 Q: I read that my license number must be included in all construction contracts, subcontracts, bids, and all forms of advertising “as prescribed by the Registrar of Contractors.” Do you have any idea what this all includes? A: You likely read Business & Professions (B&P) Code section 7030. Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6585228.html?nid=4214 Q: I am the Responsible Managing Officer (RMO) on our license and will be traveling extensively during the next year. My corporation's president (who is not the qualifying individual) wants to work on several contracts even while I am physically away. If we iron out some "hold-harmless" agreement in the event of something going wrong and he agrees to take on the liability for any unforeseen pro... Mon, 18 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.acppubs.com/article/CA6571662.html?nid=4214 The Legislature creates the rules that comprise the laws contractors must follow to do business in California. However, that's the easy part. When it comes to actual use — Board policy, staff interpretation and legal decisions can change or modify how that law applies. Such is the case with a serious new turn of events for every contractor in the state relating to the 'monster' which is s... Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PST