Everything You Need to Know: OE12 MLA 2025-2028

This class will accelerate any level of proficiency in the apprenticeship system to fluent. Starting with apprenticeship fundamentals, the course provides a clearly defined process on how to navigate both union and public works apprenticeship systems. The modules cap off with how to navigate key enforcement and legal issues, as well as best practices regarding sponsoring apprenticeships and getting the most out of your apprentices.

This course, presented by Workers Comp experts, will cover best practices for contractors around dealing with Workers comp, including the value of Workers Comp Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) programs available to union contractors, union agreement provisions that can help limit lost work days and impacts to your mod rate, and strategic guidance for contractors from a former Workers Comp judge. 

This class will cover UCON members' most frequently asked certified payroll questions and common pitfalls.

Including Compliance requirements of Labor Code 1776, which is covered by certified payroll and contractor registration, and apprenticeship requirements. FFC will walk attendees through finding prevailing wage determinations, completing necessary forms, and accessing other resources. The last 30 minutes of the meeting will be a moderated Q&A with Ruby Varnadore.