The Davis-Bacon and Related Acts: The Ins and Outs of Federal Prevailing Wage Law - Part 1

With the downturn in the availability of commercial work, many construction contractors are bidding on federal and federally—assisted work, and facing the mandates of federal prevailing wage laws, for the first time. The application of the Davis-Bacon Act to is leaving many contractors uncertain about the requirements of federal prevailing wage laws and the consequences of non-compliance. Whether you are new to federal contract compliance or just in need of a refresher and the latest information on the Davis-Bacon compliance issues, this two-part webinar will provide you with the knowledge you need to understand the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts requirements in a contractor-friendly manner.

Part 1 covers an Introduction to the Davis Bacon & Related Acts, Wage Determinations & Compliance Principles:

• How DOL determines prevailing wage rates
• How wage determinations are published and where to find them
• How to read wage determinations
• How to request additional classifications or rate corrections
• Which classification in the wage determination applies and what is area practice
• Who is a “laborer or mechanic”
• What is “site of the work”
• Coverage of truck drivers
• Coverage of apprentices, trainees, and helpers
• Introduction to fringe benefits