A CSLB license record shows the classification, bond status, and workers' compensation status. How should the office use that information?
Correct Answer
C) Check it before contracting or subcontract award.
License record details should be checked before contracting or awarding scopes that depend on status, classification, bond, or insurance filings.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
License record details should be checked before contracting or awarding scopes that depend on status, classification, bond, or insurance filings.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: License classification.
License classification. belongs to a different file or record trail; it does not prove the license status verification event.
Option B: Use it only after the job is finished.
Use it only after the job is finished. belongs to a different file or record trail; it does not prove the license status verification event.
Option D: Replace it with a supplier credit report.
Replace it with a supplier credit report. belongs to a different file or record trail; it does not prove the license status verification event.
Memory Technique
License Status proof for Building Pre-Award: event, approval, receipt, follow-up.
Reference Hint
Study anchor (closed-book): memorize License status verification from CSLB licensing guidance; CSLB 2026 Law Book; California Business and. / CSLB license check and license maintenance guidance; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.
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