Public WorksQuestion 1586 of 1605
Which of the following is the BEST definition of 'public works' for prevailing wage purposes?
a.Any construction anywhere in California
b.Only projects built by government employees
c.Any private home remodel over $1,000
d.Construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or repair work done under contract and paid for in whole or part out of public funds
Explanation
Labor Code §1720 defines public works to include construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or repair work done under contract and paid for in whole or part out of public funds. This public-funding element triggers prevailing wage obligations, not the mere size of the project.
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