104 Employment Contract in the Construction Sector

What is the purpose of an employment contract in the construction sector?

• To determine the company's annual budget

• To ensure that there is a legally binding agreement in place

• To provide a record of the construction materials used

• To schedule the construction project timelines

What should an employment contract specify for employees?

• The company's history and background

• The employee's working hours, pay, and benefits

• The names of all employees in the company

• The company's future business plans

What is a self-employed person expected to do in terms of tax and national insurance?

• They are exempt from paying tax and national insurance

• The company employing them will handle their tax and national insurance

• They will pay their own tax and national insurance contributions

• They will only pay national insurance but not tax

What distinguishes direct employment by a main contractor from employment through an agency?

• The main contractor does not provide a pension contribution

• The employee is paid by the agency, not the main contractor

• The employer will pay the employee directly and provide benefits

• The main contractor only hires for temporary positions

What is the role of a subcontractor in a construction project?

• To provide legal advice to the construction company

• To oversee the entire construction project

• To perform a specific task as part of an overall project

• To supply construction materials to the general contractor

How are specialist contractors often referred to due to their expertise?

• General contractors

• Beginner contractors

• Specialist subcontractors

• Independent contractors

What are the conditions under which you would be considered an agency worker?

• There is a contract between you and an employer.

• You are temporarily supplied to an employer by the agency.

• You are working on a job your work is controlled by the employer.

• All of the above.

Which of the following is NOT typically included in maintenance work?

• Patch plastering

• Timber repairs

• Plumbing repairs

• Electrical reconditioning

What is required for an apprenticeship to be validated?

• The work the apprentices are doing must be assessed.

• The apprentices must pass a written exam.

• The apprentices must complete a certain number of work hours.

• The apprentices must be paid a minimum wage.

What is one of the benefits of temporary work or short-term contracts for employees?

• It requires long-term commitment.

• It provides an opportunity to try a particular role.

• It guarantees a permanent position.

• It is only available during winter.