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What type of insurance policy is required to be carried by the Architect as per the guidelines?
What type of insurance policy is required to be carried by the Architect as per the guidelines?
- Excess liability policy
- Claims made policy (correct)
- Occurrence policy
- Aggregate liability policy
For how long must the Architect maintain the professional liability insurance after the Ready-for-Takeover date?
For how long must the Architect maintain the professional liability insurance after the Ready-for-Takeover date?
- For a minimum of three years (correct)
- At least two years
- No requirement stated
- Only during the project duration
Who is responsible for arranging and paying for project-specific professional liability insurance?
Who is responsible for arranging and paying for project-specific professional liability insurance?
- The government
- The Client (correct)
- A third party
- The Architect
The Architect's liability, as limited by GC 9.1.2, is equal to what figure?
The Architect's liability, as limited by GC 9.1.2, is equal to what figure?
What is the minimum deductible for the project-specific professional liability insurance to be paid by the Client?
What is the minimum deductible for the project-specific professional liability insurance to be paid by the Client?
What limit is required for the general liability insurance per occurrence as mandated for the Architect?
What limit is required for the general liability insurance per occurrence as mandated for the Architect?
What must happen for the contract between the Client and the Architect to be amended?
What must happen for the contract between the Client and the Architect to be amended?
Which law governs the contract between the Client and the Architect?
Which law governs the contract between the Client and the Architect?
What is the purpose of GC 8 Indemnification in the agreement?
What is the purpose of GC 8 Indemnification in the agreement?
Under GC 9, what limits the amount of claims the Client can make against the Architect?
Under GC 9, what limits the amount of claims the Client can make against the Architect?
Which of the following is NOT a condition under which the Architect shall not be liable according to GC 9?
Which of the following is NOT a condition under which the Architect shall not be liable according to GC 9?
What type of damages does GC 9 limit to direct damages only?
What type of damages does GC 9 limit to direct damages only?
How does GC 8 define the obligations for indemnification between the Architect and the Client?
How does GC 8 define the obligations for indemnification between the Architect and the Client?
Who is responsible for signing on behalf of the Client?
Who is responsible for signing on behalf of the Client?
What document protects the copyright of the Canadian Standard Form of Contract for Architectural Services?
What document protects the copyright of the Canadian Standard Form of Contract for Architectural Services?
Which of the following correctly defines 'Additional Services'?
Which of the following correctly defines 'Additional Services'?
What is required for someone to be identified as an Architect under this agreement?
What is required for someone to be identified as an Architect under this agreement?
What does the Construction Budget refer to in this document?
What does the Construction Budget refer to in this document?
Where is the Construction Budget stated?
Where is the Construction Budget stated?
What should the plural references in this document encompass?
What should the plural references in this document encompass?
Which title is given to the person or entity specified in Article A3?
Which title is given to the person or entity specified in Article A3?
Who signs to witness the Client's signatures?
Who signs to witness the Client's signatures?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a document to be reproduced legally?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a document to be reproduced legally?
What constitutes an infringement of copyright concerning the Canadian Standard Form of Contract for Architectural Service?
What constitutes an infringement of copyright concerning the Canadian Standard Form of Contract for Architectural Service?
What does 'General Review' refer to in the context of architectural services?
What does 'General Review' refer to in the context of architectural services?
What are 'Instruments of Service' best described as?
What are 'Instruments of Service' best described as?
What is defined as 'Ready-for-Takeover'?
What is defined as 'Ready-for-Takeover'?
Reimbursable Expenses are defined as what?
Reimbursable Expenses are defined as what?
Which of the following best describes the 'Place of the Work'?
Which of the following best describes the 'Place of the Work'?
In architectural terms, what does 'the Project' encompass?
In architectural terms, what does 'the Project' encompass?
What does the term 'Services' specifically refer to?
What does the term 'Services' specifically refer to?
What does 'field review' imply in the context of architectural oversight?
What does 'field review' imply in the context of architectural oversight?
What is a necessary condition for the use of the Canadian Standard Form of Contract for Architectural Service?
What is a necessary condition for the use of the Canadian Standard Form of Contract for Architectural Service?
What action must the Client take if the Construction Cost Estimate exceeds the Construction Budget by more than the stated percentage?
What action must the Client take if the Construction Cost Estimate exceeds the Construction Budget by more than the stated percentage?
Under what circumstances can the Client demand the Architect modify the construction documents?
Under what circumstances can the Client demand the Architect modify the construction documents?
What is the limit of the Architect's responsibility regarding modifications to the design?
What is the limit of the Architect's responsibility regarding modifications to the design?
In the context of the contract, how is the role of the Architect defined during construction?
In the context of the contract, how is the role of the Architect defined during construction?
What must happen for the Architect's duties to be modified or extended?
What must happen for the Architect's duties to be modified or extended?
Which of the following is NOT a potential action the Client can take if budget overages occur?
Which of the following is NOT a potential action the Client can take if budget overages occur?
If the Client cooperates with the Architect to reduce the construction cost, what is implied about their obligations toward the Architect?
If the Client cooperates with the Architect to reduce the construction cost, what is implied about their obligations toward the Architect?
What happens if the construction estimate remains over budget for reasons unforeseen by the Architect?
What happens if the construction estimate remains over budget for reasons unforeseen by the Architect?
In terms of authority, how is the Architect characterized with respect to the Client?
In terms of authority, how is the Architect characterized with respect to the Client?
What must the Architect do if the lowest compliant bid exceeds the construction budget as outlined?
What must the Architect do if the lowest compliant bid exceeds the construction budget as outlined?
Study Notes
Architect's Professional Liability Insurance
- The Architect must carry professional liability insurance with a minimum of $_________ per claim and $_________ aggregate limit per policy year.
- The policy must be continuously maintained from the commencement of services and for a minimum of 3 years after the Ready-for-Takeover date.
- The Client can choose between two options for insurance coverage: A20 or A21.
- In option A20, the Architect is responsible for procuring the insurance.
- In option A21, the Client is responsible for arranging and paying for project-specific professional liability insurance, with a maximum deductible of $_________.
Client's Professional Liability Insurance
- The Client must arrange and pay for project-specific professional liability insurance.
- The insurance amount must be $, with a maximum deductible of $.
- The policy must be maintained continuously from the commencement of services and for _________ years after the Ready-for-Takeover date.
Architect's Liability Limit
- The Architect's liability under GC 9.1.2 is limited to $_________.
Architect's General Liability Insurance
- The Architect must carry general liability insurance with limits of not less than $_________ per occurrence.
Governing Law
- The contract is governed by the laws of _________.
Entire Agreement Clause
- The contract represents the entire and integrated agreement between the Client and the Architect.
- It supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, agreements, or contracts.
- Amendments to the contract must be in writing and signed by both parties.
Architect's Role and Authority During Construction
- The Architect is responsible for administering the Construction Contract.
- The Architect is not the Client's authorized agent or representative for the purposes of the Construction Contract.
- Any modifications to the Architect's duties, responsibilities, and authority must be in writing and agreed upon by the Client, Architect, and Constructor.
Indemnification
- The Architect and the Client must indemnify and hold harmless each other for claims attributable to negligent performance of professional Services by the Architect or a breach of the contract.
- The indemnification clause survives suspension, termination, or completion of the contract.
Limitations of Liability
- Any claims made by the Client against the Architect are limited to the lesser of:
- The amount of insurance coverage available at the time the claim is made.
- The amount stated in Article A22 of the agreement.
- The Architect is not liable for:
- Alterations to the Architect's design or Construction Documents made without the Architect's written approval.
- Acts, omissions, or errors of the Client, Consultants, or the Constructor.
- The result of any interpretation or finding of the Architect rendered in good faith in accordance with the Construction Documents.
- The liability of both parties is limited to direct damages only. They are not responsible for consequential or indirect loss or damage incurred by the other party.
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Test your knowledge on the essentials of professional liability insurance for architects and clients. This quiz covers insurance requirements, responsibilities, and policy details to ensure compliance and protection in architectural services. Understand how coverage options A20 and A21 differ and what is expected from both parties.
