The following are some of the characteristics of the basic standards under Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 29.5:

• full and fair opportunity to apply for apprenticeship;

• a schedule of work processes in which an apprentice is to receive training and experience on the job;

• the program includes organized instruction designed to provide apprentices with knowledge in technical subjects related to their trade (e.g., a minimum of 144 hours per year is normally considered necessary);

• a progressively increasing schedule of wages;

• proper supervision of on-the-job training with adequate facilities to train apprentices;

• apprentice's progress, both in job performances and related instruction is evaluated periodically and appropriate records are maintained;

• no discrimination in any phase of selection, employment, or training.