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What is a public works complaint? |
A
complaint that prevailing wages were not paid on a public works
project. An employee, former
employee, or anyone wishing to report a violation of the State’s public
works laws can file a complaint. |
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What is a public works project? |
"Public
works" is defined in Labor Code Sections 1720 –
1720.3, and generally means "construction, alteration, demolition,
or repair work done under contract and paid for in whole or in part out of
public funds . . .." |
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What are the policies and procedures for processing a public works complaint? |
Once
you have submitted your completed (signed and dated) complaint form, the
matter will be assigned for investigation. An investigator will contact you
should additional information be required. A public works complaint usually
requires that an investigator obtain information from the awarding body
and review the employer’s payroll and other relevant records. If a violation of the laws
respecting payment of the prevailing wage is found, the investigator will
issue a citation to the awarding body to withhold funds. The contractor has a right to
appeal the withholding to an administrative law judge. |
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How do I file a public works complaint? |
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Where do I file my public works complaint? |
File your complaint either by mail or in person with the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement office that handles public works complaints for the city/location where the work was performed or the violation occurred. To locate such office, click here for the alphabetical listing of cities/locations. The Public Works complaint form CANNOT
be filed electronically. If your internet browser supports email of pages, DO NOT use this feature to submit your claim form as an original signature is required. You MUST print and either mail or hand-deliver your completed and signed complaint to the DLSE office that handles public works complaints for the city/location where you performed the work. |
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