EmploymentQuestion 1099 of 1605
Before the CSLB will issue or renew a license for a contractor who has employees, the contractor must have on file with the Board:
a.A signed lease for an office
b.A list of past customers
c.A current certificate of workers' compensation insurance (or valid exemption/self-insurance)
d.Proof of a personal credit score
Explanation
Bus. & Prof. Code §7125 conditions issuance and renewal of a contractor's license on having a current workers' compensation certificate (or, where still applicable, an exemption or certificate of self-insurance) on file with the CSLB. Without it, the license cannot be issued or renewed and may be suspended.
Law Reference: Bus. & Prof. Code §7125; certificate on filePractice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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