MA H2162

Expands the definition of "construction" under prevailing wage law to include offsite fabrication work, requiring workers at offsite manufacturing facilities to be paid prevailing wages on covered public projects

Defines "offsite fabrication" as non-standard products made specifically for a qualified project at an offsite location, including fabricated pipe, electrical wiring, sheet metal materials, and modular units

Requires weekly submission of certified payroll records with statements under penalties of perjury for offsite fabrication work, with existing penalties under Section 27C applying to violations

Mandates that certified payroll records for offsite work include the name and address of the fabrication facility plus names, addresses, job classifications, hours, and wages of all employees performing the work

Preserves the ability of state and local governments to give preference to offsite fabrication performed within a specific geographical area