NASCLA Labor Laws and Employment Practices 3

Question 1

The Davis-Bacon Act requires that contractors working on federally funded construction projects pay their workers at least:

Accepted Answer

The locally prevailing wage rate and fringe benefits

Answer

The Davis-Bacon Act mandates that workers on covered federal and federally assisted construction projects receive at least the locally prevailing wage and fringe benefits for similar work.

Question 2

What is the minimum age for most non-agricultural employment under the Fair Labor Standards Act?

Accepted Answer

16 years old

Answer

The FLSA generally sets 16 as the minimum age for most non-agricultural work, with additional restrictions prohibiting those under 18 from performing hazardous occupations.

Question 3

An employer with 15 or more employees must comply with which law requiring reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Answer

The ADA prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities and requires employers with 15 or more employees to provide reasonable accommodations.

Question 4

Which document must a contractor provide to an independent contractor (non-employee) who was paid $600 or more for services during the year?

Accepted Answer

1099-NEC

Answer

Contractors must issue Form 1099-NEC to independent contractors paid $600 or more for services rendered, allowing the IRS to track non-employee compensation.

Question 5

What does the term 'exempt employee' mean under the Fair Labor Standards Act?

Accepted Answer

An employee not entitled to overtime pay due to their salary level and job duties

Answer

Exempt employees meet specific salary level and duties tests under the FLSA and are therefore not entitled to mandatory overtime pay for hours worked over 40.

NASCLA - National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies Practice Test

NASCLA - National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies Practice Test

NASCLA Labor Laws and Employment Practices 3