SB 216 and Current CSLB Requirements
Review the current CSLB and California requirements that may apply to your trade, employees, and entity. Exemptions and licensing consequences depend on current rules and agency acceptance.
License & Registration
Active CSLB license in good standing
Correct license classification for all work performed
$25,000 contractor license bond on file with CSLB
Bond renewal dates tracked to reduce lapse risk
Workers' Compensation (SB 216)
Workers' comp policy in force for all employees
Policy covers all job classifications (not just office staff)
Certificate of Insurance (COI) on file with CSLB
Subcontractors have their own workers' comp or are covered under your policy
Sole proprietor exemption filed if applicable (no employees)
General Liability
GL policy meets project/client minimum requirements
Additional insured endorsements available for GCs/property owners
COI requests follow policy and carrier requirements
Policy includes completed operations coverage
Commercial Auto
All business-owned vehicles listed on commercial auto policy
Hired and non-owned auto (HNOA) coverage for employee-driven vehicles
DOT compliance if operating vehicles over 10,001 lbs GVWR
Documentation
COIs readily available for all active policies
Policy expiration dates tracked with renewal reminders
All subcontractor COIs collected and verified before work begins
Incident/claim reporting procedures documented for employees
Need to Check Any of These Boxes?
Review workers compensation, General Liability, and COI requirements for your operations.