lewis is a construction worker on a major project with a federal contract of 2750. After talking to workers on other projects in the area he realizes he is not being paid the prevailing wage. Which compensation law is his employer violating?
McNamara-O´ Hara service Contract Act
Fair Labor Standards act
Walsh-Healey Public Contact Act
Contract Work Hours and safety Standrads Act
The employer is violating the prevailing wage requirement under the Davis-Bacon Act, which is a part of the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act.
Lewis's employer is violating the prevailing wage requirement as stated by the Davis-Bacon Act, which is a part of the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act. This act requires contractors and subcontractors to pay their employees the prevailing wage rates for the specific locality where the work is being performed.
To determine the prevailing wage rate, Lewis should refer to the wage determination provided by the Department of Labor for his geographical area. The prevailing wage rates are specific to the job classifications and are typically higher than the minimum wage.
If Lewis discovers that he is not being paid the prevailing wage, he can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division. They will investigate the matter and ensure that Lewis and other employees receive the correct compensation.