This course is designed to familiarize contractors on specific laws dealing with home improvement contracts. The course covers administrative codes/law from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture and Consumer Protection.

Topics covered are: Prohibited trade practices, building permits, warranties, home improvement contract requirements, preservation of buyer’s claims and defenses, contract cancellation, return of payments, contract compliance, theft by contractor, theft by fraud, energy savings and safety claims, and basement waterproofing transactions.

Scaffolding is one component of the residential construction fall hazard regulations. This course is intended to assist employers and employees in their efforts to comply with the current OSHA scaffold requirements for construction work, as falls are the leading cause of death for workers engaged in residential construction.

Lead was not removed from paint until 1978 (for residential applications). Ordinary renovation and maintenance activities in buildings built before 1978 can create dust that contains lead. This dust can be harmful to children and adults, even if only absorbed in small amounts.

This course is an overview of OSHA’s Lead Standards for the construction industry. Employers and employees will benefit from knowing the risks associated with lead in the construction industry and how to minimize the dangers.

This course is designed to familiarize Contractors and Inspectors with information on the updated construction codes required for building a home, according to the Uniform Dwelling Code (UDC).

Topics covered in this course include Design Criteria, Excavations, Footings, Foundations, Floors, Walls, Roof and Ceilings, Fireplace Requirements, Construction in Floodplains and Installation of Manufactured Homes are included in this course.

This course provides an in-depth exploration of Subchapter I of Wisconsin Statute Chapter 779, which governs Construction Liens. The instruction focuses on the legal rights and obligations of contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, service providers, property owners, and lenders as they pertain to lien creation, enforcement, and defense in construction projects within Wisconsin.

Chapter ATCP 110 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code outlines regulations for home improvement practices to prevent consumer fraud and ensure fair dealings. It defines critical terms such as buyer, seller, home improvement, and warranty, and sets requirements for written contracts, disclosures, lien waivers, and performance timelines. The chapter prohibits deceptive practices like false advertising, bait-and-switch tactics, misrepresentation, and unauthorized contract changes. Special provisions govern basement waterproofing due to common abuses. Buyers are granted rights to cancel contracts, demand refunds, and hold sellers accountable. Violations may result in prosecution and civil liability, including double damages and legal fees..