Requires contractor to employ apprentices on certain contracts in apprenticeable occupations.
Applicability: Required for construction, installation, and certain service contracts.
Key Requirements
Employ apprentices in apprenticeable occupations per government guideline
Register apprentices with Department of Labor or state authority
Pay apprentices prevailing wage for their level
Provide apprentice training and supervision
Common Issues & Pitfalls
Treating apprentices as unpaid interns (violates wage requirements)
Not registering apprentices with DOL (creates compliance failure)
Failing to provide structured training/supervision
Mixing apprentice positions with regular entry-level positions
Contractor Guidance for Your Bid
If you bid construction or skilled trades contracts, budget for apprentices. They must be registered and paid—no shortcuts. Set up training program before award. DOL audits this aggressively.
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