Under Business and Professions Code Section 7068, what is the minimum supervision requirement for apprentices working on a construction project under a B-General contractor?
Correct Answer
B) One journeyman for every two apprentices
B&P Code Section 7068 requires that apprentices be supervised by journeymen in a ratio not exceeding two apprentices per journeyman. This ensures proper training and safety oversight. The qualifying individual is not required to provide direct supervision but must ensure compliance with this ratio requirement.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
B&P Code Section 7068 sets the journeyman-to-apprentice ratio at 1:2 — no more than two apprentices for every one journeyman. This ratio ensures apprentices receive adequate on-the-job mentorship and supervision for both quality workmanship and safety. The B-General contractor license requires compliance with this ratio across all trades being performed.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: One journeyman for every four apprentices
A 1:4 ratio (one journeyman per four apprentices) exceeds the legally permitted ratio. This level of supervision is too diluted to meet the intent of the law and would expose the contractor to disciplinary action by the CSLB for inadequate supervision.
Option C: One journeyman for every three apprentices
A 1:3 ratio (one journeyman per three apprentices) also exceeds the maximum permitted ratio. Although it is closer to the actual 1:2 requirement, it still violates B&P Code Section 7068.
Option D: Direct supervision by the qualifying individual at all times
Direct supervision by the qualifying individual at all times is not the statutory requirement for apprentice supervision. While the qualifying individual (RMO or RME) is responsible for the overall operation of the license, B&P Code Section 7068 addresses the journeyman-to-apprentice ratio specifically, not constant personal oversight by the qualifier.
Memory Technique
Think '2 apprentices per 1 journeyman' — the journeyman has two hands and can watch two people. Any more and someone is unsupervised.
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