Journey People Stated in Wage Determination

When working in an industry that provides payroll services to contractors and subcontractors, they frequently ask where the information for the apprentices’ salary is located when it comes to wage determinations. The quick answer is it’s not listed on wage determinations. It solely includes the hourly wage and total amount of fringe benefits for the […]

Wage Determination Categories

The Wage and Hour Division has outlined four general categories of wage determination and construction. Where there are separate wage determinations, they may each apply. Construction types, with at least 20% of the construction project’s total cost or more than $2.5 million Here are four construction categories that are represented in wage determinations: HIGHWAY  The […]

What are Prevailing Wages & How Do They Affect Employment Practices?

You have undoubtedly come upon the term prevailing wages if you have considered bidding on a federal government construction project. However, you may not realize how critical it is to fully understand what this means or how it can affect your bid and employment practices. Keep reading for a brief overview of the subject.   […]

The Benefits of Prevailing Wage Laws

As a business owner, you are acutely aware of the importance of making sure your employees are adequately compensated for their labor. Prevailing wages are the industry standards in your area regarding fair payment for your workers. Besides just being in compliance with the guidelines of the federal government, there are many practical benefits of […]