Public Works

Public works in general means:

• Construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or repair work done under contract and paid in whole or in part out of public funds.
• It can include preconstruction and post-construction activities related to a public works project.
• For a full definition of public works refer to Labor Code section 1720.

Anyone working on a public works project must be paid prevailing wages as determined by DIR. Projects of $30,000 or more must meet DIR's apprenticeship requirements. Failure to comply with public works requirements can result in civil penalties, criminal prosecution, or both.