Oregon Construction Contractor Exam (CCB) Practice Exam

Oregon Construction Contractor Laws and Regulations 18 items

Our study plan for this topic: CCB licensing requirements and exemptions; License endorsement types and scope of work; Surety bond and insurance requirements by endorsement; Responsible Managing Individual (RMI) designation and responsibilities; Written contract requirements and consumer notices; Dispute resolution and complaint filing procedures; Violations, penalties, and enforcement process; Homebuyer Protection Act compliance and lien protection methods.

Choosing Your Business Structure 4 items

Our study plan for this topic: Sole proprietorship characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages; General and limited partnership structures and liability distinctions; Corporation formation, shareholder liability, and management structure; C corporation versus S corporation tax treatment; Limited liability company (LLC) structure, taxation, and hybrid characteristics; Comparative summary of business structures by ownership, liability, formation documents, and management; Assumed business name (ABN) registration requirements; Business trusts and trademark considerations.

Hiring and Managing Employees 7 items

Our study plan for this topic: Legal and illegal interview questions; New hire reporting requirements and purpose; Hiring minors in construction (prohibited tasks, work hours, employment certificates); Employee personnel file documentation (I-9, W-4, employment application); Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime, recordkeeping, and exemptions; Oregon wage and hour regulations (minimum wage, rest/meal periods, paydays, deductions, final paychecks); Oregon Prevailing Wage Rate law (covered projects, exemptions, contractor responsibilities); Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other key employment laws (Title VII, ADEA, FMLA/OFLA, USERRA).

Working with Subcontractors 2 items

Our study plan for this topic: Evaluating and selecting qualified subcontractors (criteria and reference checks); Insurance, licensing, and bonding requirements for subcontractors; Creating a winning partnership: orientation, communication, and site rules; Oregon recordkeeping requirements for subcontractor lists (name, address, license number, 72-hour rule); CCB e-Watch license monitoring tool; Penalties for knowingly using unlicensed subcontractors; Independent contractor vs. employee classification (Oregon multi-part checklist); Consequences of misclassifying employees as independent contractors (taxes, workers' compensation, fines).

Contracts 9 items

Our study plan for this topic: Required elements of a binding contract (offer, acceptance, consideration, competent parties, legal purpose); Contract provisions and payment terms (progress payments, retainage, final payment); Provisions to limit risk (force majeure, indemnification, differing site conditions, warranties, delay clauses); Types of construction contracts (lump-sum, unit-price, cost-plus); Contracting methods (single prime, design/build, construction management, turnkey, fast-track, multiple prime); Breach of contract and damages (material vs. immaterial breach, liquidated, special, and consequential damages); Alternative dispute resolution (negotiation, mediation, collaborative law, arbitration, CCB dispute resolution); Change orders and contract modifications (requirements, addenda vs. modifications, oral vs. written agreements).

Oregon Lien Law 5 items

Our study plan for this topic: Definition of key lien law terms (owner, contractor, subcontractor, original contractor, mortgagee, commencement of improvement); Who is entitled to file a construction lien (licensed contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, equipment rental companies, design professionals); Information Notice to Owner about Construction Liens — when required, timing, and consequences of non-delivery; Notice of Right to a Lien — who must provide it, timing relative to start of work, delivery method, and coverage period; Recording a Claim of Lien — required contents, 75-day filing deadline, and county recording process; Post-claim notices — Notice of Filing a Claim of Lien (20-day deadline) and Notice of Intent to Foreclose (10-day notice before suit); Lien foreclosure lawsuit — 120-day filing deadline, court jurisdiction, and priority relative to mortgages; Homebuyer Protection Act — properties covered, seller compliance methods, Notice of Compliance requirements, and penalties for non-compliance.

Bidding and Estimating 6 items

Our study plan for this topic: Bid documents and bid package components; Ethics in bidding: bid shopping, bid peddling, and bid rigging; Estimating framework: project phases, tasks, and materials; Quantity take-off method for determining estimated costs; Labor cost calculation and labor burden; Direct costs: materials, equipment, subcontractor fees, allowances, and contingencies; Overhead calculation and markup for profit margin; Job cost recording system and estimating pitfalls.

Scheduling and Project Management 5 items

Our study plan for this topic: Scheduling process components (sequence of tasks, activity duration, contingency time, float time); Scheduling methods: calendar, bar chart, and critical path method (CPM); Critical path method: task relationships, simultaneous events, and critical activities; Scheduling and cash flow management (working capital, progress payments, preliminary cash flow budget); Project supervisory team roles (project manager, superintendent, foreman, materials expediter); Project life cycle phases (pre-construction, construction, closeout); Tracking project progress (daily reports, status reports, schedule monitoring); Budget and cost controls (cost overruns, just-in-time delivery, purchase orders, receiving).

Oregon Building Codes 4 items

Our study plan for this topic: Oregon Building Codes Division structure and role; Specialty codes overview and applicability; Permit requirements and application process; Plan review and required project documentation; Inspection types, sequencing, and procedures; Stop work orders: issuance, compliance, and consequences; Specialty trade licensing requirements under Building Codes Division; Activities requiring special licenses, permits, or notices (DEQ, OHA, OWRD).

Jobsite Safety 4 items

Our study plan for this topic: Oregon OSHA regulatory framework and employer responsibilities; Safety training requirements and safety committee obligations; Substance abuse policies and substance-free workplace programs; Personal protective equipment selection and use; Emergency action plan and emergency medical plan requirements; Injury and illness recordkeeping (OSHA 300, 300A, DCBS 801) and reporting timelines; Hazard communication standards, Safety Data Sheets, and written hazard communication plan; Fall protection systems and ladder safety.

Environmental Factors 4 items

Our study plan for this topic: EPA and Oregon DEQ roles and jurisdiction over construction environmental compliance; Air quality regulations: open burning permits, dust control, refrigerant handling, and indoor air quality; Asbestos identification, survey requirements, abatement licensing, and DEQ notification; Lead-based paint renovation licensing, certified renovator requirements, and target housing definitions; Clean water protections: stormwater discharge, NPDES permit requirements, and construction washing rules; Sedimentation and erosion control measures and NPDES 1200-C permit obligations; Hazardous and non-hazardous solid waste identification, generator classifications, and disposal requirements; Environmentally suspect materials handling: PCBs, mercury-containing devices, used oil, refrigerants, and underground storage tanks.

Building Exterior Shell 4 items

Our study plan for this topic: Purpose and components of the building exterior shell (building envelope); Water intrusion sources and mechanisms (rain, snow/ice, condensation, groundwater, saturated materials); Oregon rainscreen system requirements for exterior walls; Flashing installation locations, materials, and galvanic corrosion considerations; Window and door assembly weatherproofing and integration with water-resistive barriers; Deck assembly waterproofing, drainage, and flashing requirements; Roof assembly water management, drainage, and common failure causes; Foundation damp-proofing, waterproofing, crawlspace ventilation, and capillary breaks.

Financial Management 4 items

Our study plan for this topic: Financial statements: balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement; Accounting cycle steps: recording, posting, adjusting entries, and closing; Cash method vs. accrual method of accounting; Cash flow management: billing, accounts receivable collection, and progress payments; Financial ratio analysis: liquidity ratio, debt ratio, and return on total assets; Depreciation methods: straight-line and accelerated (MACRS); Payroll accounting: gross pay, tax deductions, and net pay calculation; Accounting for materials: purchase orders, payment terms, and shipping terms.

Tax Basics 4 items

Our study plan for this topic: Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) requirements and application; Oregon Business Identification Number (BIN) requirements and uses; Federal tax forms by business entity type; Estimated tax thresholds and payment requirements for individuals and corporations; Self-employment tax (SE tax) filing requirements and thresholds; Federal employment taxes: FICA, federal income tax withholding, and FUTA; Payroll tax deposit schedules and penalty rates for late or incorrect deposits; Oregon corporate excise tax rates, minimum tax, and filing requirements.