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A delay on a non-critical activity affects the completion date of the contract.
A delay on a non-critical activity affects the completion date of the contract.
False
Delays on non-critical paths are considered in project timelines.
Delays on non-critical paths are considered in project timelines.
False
Completion dates can be influenced by critical path activities.
Completion dates can be influenced by critical path activities.
True
Non-critical activities do not impact the contract's completion date.
Non-critical activities do not impact the contract's completion date.
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The completion date of a project is solely determined by critical activities.
The completion date of a project is solely determined by critical activities.
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The contractor is entitled to time extensions from the client.
The contractor is entitled to time extensions from the client.
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Liquidated damages may be paid by the contractor according to the contract.
Liquidated damages may be paid by the contractor according to the contract.
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The contractor can receive monetary recompense from the client.
The contractor can receive monetary recompense from the client.
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Only liquidated damages can be claimed by the contractor.
Only liquidated damages can be claimed by the contractor.
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The client owes nothing to the contractor regarding damages.
The client owes nothing to the contractor regarding damages.
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Compensable delays are those over which the contractor has control.
Compensable delays are those over which the contractor has control.
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Excusable delays are situations where neither party has control over the delay.
Excusable delays are situations where neither party has control over the delay.
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Non-excusable delays are caused by the client's actions or inactions.
Non-excusable delays are caused by the client's actions or inactions.
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Concurrent delays can occur when both parties contribute to the delay.
Concurrent delays can occur when both parties contribute to the delay.
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Non-excusable delays refer to delays over which neither party has control.
Non-excusable delays refer to delays over which neither party has control.
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Excusable delays are caused by unforeseen future events that the contractor is unaware of.
Excusable delays are caused by unforeseen future events that the contractor is unaware of.
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A time extension is the sole relief for delays that are excusable.
A time extension is the sole relief for delays that are excusable.
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Material shortages expected at the time of bidding can be classified as excusable delays.
Material shortages expected at the time of bidding can be classified as excusable delays.
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Impracticable tasks for a contractor must be completed to avoid any delays.
Impracticable tasks for a contractor must be completed to avoid any delays.
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Excusable delays can occur due to factors within the contractor's control.
Excusable delays can occur due to factors within the contractor's control.
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Concurrent delays that include an excusable delay are generally classified as non-excusable delays.
Concurrent delays that include an excusable delay are generally classified as non-excusable delays.
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Excusable delays and compensable delays can be classified together in delay analysis.
Excusable delays and compensable delays can be classified together in delay analysis.
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There are four main types of delays identified in construction delay analysis.
There are four main types of delays identified in construction delay analysis.
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Compensable delays and excusable delays are mutually exclusive categories.
Compensable delays and excusable delays are mutually exclusive categories.
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Non-excusable delays can be classified only with other non-excusable delays.
Non-excusable delays can be classified only with other non-excusable delays.
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The as-planned schedule of a contract is the final schedule used for project completion.
The as-planned schedule of a contract is the final schedule used for project completion.
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The contractor is not entitled to time extensions for delays that are not on the critical path.
The contractor is not entitled to time extensions for delays that are not on the critical path.
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Both the as-planned and as-built schedules provide a record of the project's duration and activities.
Both the as-planned and as-built schedules provide a record of the project's duration and activities.
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The notation 'c' represents compensable delays in the delay analysis.
The notation 'c' represents compensable delays in the delay analysis.
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Retrospective delay analysis includes techniques such as as-planned versus as-built comparisons.
Retrospective delay analysis includes techniques such as as-planned versus as-built comparisons.
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In concurrent compensable delays, each party is allowed to recoup all their losses.
In concurrent compensable delays, each party is allowed to recoup all their losses.
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The advantages of the as-planned versus as-built method include its complexity and higher costs.
The advantages of the as-planned versus as-built method include its complexity and higher costs.
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The impact of delays on critical paths is important for determining project completion dates.
The impact of delays on critical paths is important for determining project completion dates.
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Study Notes
Construction Contracts & Law CB514 - Lecture 6
- Course is taught by Dr. Kareem Adel
- Lecture number is 6
- Topics covered in the agenda include Introduction, Types of construction contracts (Part 1 & 2), Project Delivery System (PDS), Tendering Process/Procedure, 7th week Exam, Contract and Tender Documents, Claims and Dispute Resolution, Construction law – Egyptian Civil Code, Construction law – Egyptian Government procurement law, 12th week exam, FIDIC Suite of International Contracts (Part 1 & 2)
Claims and Dispute Resolution
- A claim is a request by a contractor to the owner/consultant for what they believe is their right regarding time and money
- Claim triggers include changes in design/specifications, owner suspension of works, delayed owner payments, delayed approvals/drawings, additional/omitted works, increased quantities, force majeure, delays by third parties, penalties, unforeseen conditions, and premature/early contract terminations.
- Different types of claims include extensions of time, acceleration claims, variation claims, delayed payment claims, suspension of work claims, termination claims, disruption claims, and exceptional events claims.
- Common contents of claims when presenting their case to the architect include an introduction, sequence of events, entitlement, quantification, and documentation.
- A flow chart describing the stages of handling construction claims is included (see page 6)
- Different dispute resolution methods are explained (page 7)
Construction Delay Analysis
- Construction contracts may be delayed for many reasons
- A delay on a non critical activity does not impact the project completion date
- Compensable delays are those over which the client has control
- Non-excusable delays are those over which the contractor has control
- Excusable delays are those over which neither party has control
- Concurrent delays are two or more delays occurring simultaneously and impacting project timelines. Types of concurrent delays include excusable and non-excusable delays; excusable delays and compensable delays; and compensable delays and non-excusable delays
- As-Planned VS As-Built Analysis Methods are explained with diagrams (pages 17-29).
Analysis Methods
- Retrospective and Prospective Delay Analysis Techniques are presented.
- Different delay analysis methods such as "As-Planned VS As-Built" are discussed and exemplified through diagrams (pages 17-36).
- Time Impact Analysis is a preferred method to resolve complex delay disputes (page 31).
- Computerized reports are discussed for delay analysis (page 38).
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This quiz covers Lecture 6 of the Construction Contracts & Law course by Dr. Kareem Adel. Topics include types of construction contracts, project delivery systems, the tendering process, and claims and dispute resolution, with a focus on Egyptian construction law and relevant international contracts.
