EmploymentQuestion 1016 of 1605
A sole owner with an active license and genuinely no employees may, before the SB 216 full phase-in, file which document with the CSLB regarding workers' compensation?
a.An exemption certificate stating the contractor has no employees
b.Nothing is ever required
c.A federal tax exemption certificate
d.A cash bond in lieu of coverage
Explanation
Historically, a licensee with no employees could file an Exemption from Workers' Compensation certificate with the CSLB certifying it had no employees. Note that SB 216 phases out this exemption for most classifications, requiring coverage even without employees by January 1, 2026.
Law Reference: Bus. & Prof. Code §7125.1Practice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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