CFC Business Operations & Licensing Flashcards
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What type of license is typically required to legally operate as a fence contractor in most US states?
Answer: Specialty or subcontractor license specific to fencing
Most states require fence contractors to hold a specialty or subcontractor license specific to fencing work before legally performing installations.
Which document outlines the scope of work, payment terms, and project timeline between a fence contractor and a client?
Answer: Written contract
A written contract defines the scope of work, payment schedule, project timeline, and responsibilities, protecting both parties legally.
What is the primary purpose of carrying general liability insurance as a fence contractor?
Answer: To protect against property damage and injury claims
General liability insurance protects the contractor against claims arising from property damage or bodily injury caused during fence installation.
In most US states, workers' compensation insurance is required when a fence contractor employs how many workers?
Answer: At least one employee
Most states mandate workers' compensation coverage as soon as a fence contractor hires at least one employee to cover work-related injuries.
A contractor's surety bond primarily protects:
Answer: The client if the contractor fails to complete the job
A surety bond is a three-party agreement that compensates the client if the contractor fails to fulfill contractual obligations.
Which federal agency requires fence contractors with employees to maintain OSHA 300 injury and illness logs?
Answer: OSHA
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) requires employers meeting certain size thresholds to record workplace injuries on Form 300.