Public WorksQuestion 611 of 1605
A contractor is awarded a $200,000 public works contract subject to DIR compliance monitoring. To whom must the contractor furnish electronic copies of certified payroll records?
a.The county recorder where the project is located
b.The local building official before each progress payment
c.Only the awarding body that issued the contract
d.The Labor Commissioner through DIR's online portal (eCPR)
Explanation
Under Labor Code §1771.4, public works projects monitored by DIR require contractors to submit certified payroll records (CPRs) electronically to the Labor Commissioner through DIR's online eCPR (electronic Certified Payroll Reporting) system. Submission directly to the awarding body alone is insufficient because §1771.4 specifically channels enforcement through DIR. The county recorder handles liens and notices, not payroll, and local building officials oversee code compliance, not wage compliance. Failure to upload CPRs to DIR can trigger penalties under Labor Code §1776(g).
Law Reference: Labor Code §1771.4Practice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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