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Contractor's General Obligations GCC2015

This quiz covers the general obligations of a contractor, including the extent of their obligations and liability, compliance with Employer's Agent's instructions, and adherence to legal provisions according to GCC2015.

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What is the purpose of Clause 7.1 in the GCC2015?

To define the quality of construction equipment

What should the Contractor do if they find defective Plant, materials, or work?

Make good and retest the Plant, materials, or work

Who is responsible for searching for defects in the Works?

The Contractor

What happens if the Contractor fails to carry out the required work to remedy defects?

<p>The Employer may engage others to carry out the work</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Clause 8.1 in the GCC2015?

<p>To establish the protocol for protecting the Works</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for indemnifying against injury to persons and damage to property?

<p>Both the Contractor and the Employer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the Contractor do in the event of an accident?

<p>Notify the Employer immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the Contractor do in terms of insurances?

<p>Effect insurances obtainable</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the extent of the Contractor's obligations?

<p>To comply with all applicable laws and regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for the Contractor to subcontract any part of the Contract?

<p>The Contractor must obtain the prior written consent of the Employer's Agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for approval of notices and fees?

<p>The Contractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the Contractor subcontracts the whole contract?

<p>The Contractor's liability is unaffected</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is liable for the acts, defaults, and negligence of any subcontractor?

<p>The Contractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the procedure set out in the Scope of Work?

<p>To select the subcontractors in consultation with the Employer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor's responsibility regarding employees?

<p>To provide information about employees to the Employer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of the Contractor appointing a subcontractor in accordance with Clause 4.4.4?

<p>The Contractor's liability is unaffected by the appointment of the subcontractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Contractor's superintendence?

<p>To manage the construction site and workforce</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor's responsibility regarding patent rights?

<p>To pay royalties for patent rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the subcontract in the event of termination of the Contract under Clause 9.2?

<p>The subcontract is assigned to the Employer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the selection of subcontractors in accordance with the requirements of the Scope of Work?

<p>The Contractor in consultation with the Employer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor's liability regarding fossils found on the site?

<p>The Contractor is not liable for fossils found on the site</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of the Contractor's liability for the acts, defaults, and negligence of any subcontractor?

<p>The Contractor is fully liable for the subcontractor's actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Construction Manager?

<p>To receive instructions from the Employer's Agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the Contractor and any subcontractors selected in consultation with the Employer?

<p>The same as if the Contractor had appointed the subcontractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons for an extension of time?

<p>The amount and nature of additional work</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an extension of time is granted?

<p>The Contractor is paid additional time-related General Items</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an alternative to granting an extension of time?

<p>Requesting the Contractor to accelerate the rate of progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of failing to complete the Works by the Due Completion Date?

<p>The Contractor is liable to the Employer for a penalty</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the circumstances that allow for an extension of time?

<p>Abnormal climatic conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Clause 6.4?

<p>To determine the cost for payment of acceleration</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Certificate of Practical Completion related to?

<p>The Contractor's entitlement to receive a Certificate</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Due Completion Date?

<p>It is the date by which the Contractor must complete the Works</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of imposing a penalty on the Contractor for delay?

<p>The Contractor remains obligated to complete the Works and fulfill all obligations under the Contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can the penalty for delay be reduced?

<p>When the Employer occupies or uses part of the Works</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who determines the reduction of penalty for delay?

<p>The Employer's Agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

What triggers the Employer's Agent to issue a written list of outstanding work?

<p>When the Contractor requests a Certificate of Practical Completion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence if the Employer's Agent does not issue a written list of outstanding work within 14 days?

<p>Practical Completion is taken as achieved on the Due Completion Date</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the Contractor to achieve Practical Completion?

<p>The Contractor must complete the Works to the requirements set out in the Contract Data</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can the Contractor request a Certificate of Practical Completion?

<p>When the Works are about to reach practical completion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the time limit for the Employer's Agent to issue a written list of outstanding work?

<p>14 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Contractor's General Obligations

  • The Contractor's obligations and liability extend to the entire Works, including design errors
  • The Contractor must comply with the Employer's Agent's instructions, and only the Employer's Agent can issue instructions
  • The Contractor is responsible for subcontracting and must obtain the Employer's Agent's consent before subcontracting any part of the Contract
  • The Contractor is liable for the acts, defaults, and negligence of any subcontractor, agents, or employees
  • The Contractor must ensure that subcontractors comply with the Contract's requirements and are approved by the Employer's Agent
  • The Contractor's liability is not affected by the selection of subcontractors
  • The Contractor is responsible for ensuring the quality of Construction Equipment, Plant, materials, and workmanship
  • The Contractor must provide samples and testing of materials, and allow the Employer's Agent to inspect and test the Works
  • The Contractor is liable for defects and must make good and retest defective Plant, materials, and work
  • The Contractor must search for defects and notify the Employer's Agent of any defects found
  • The Employer's Agent can request urgent remedial work, and the Contractor must comply with such requests
  • The Contractor is responsible for protecting the Works and must indemnify the Employer against claims for damage to property and injury to persons
  • The Contractor must report accidents and ensure that subcontractors have the necessary insurance coverage
  • The Contractor must effect insurances as required by the Contract and provide proof of payment to the Employer's Agent
  • The Contractor is liable for excepted risks, which include damage to the Works, injury to persons, and damage to property

Completion and Delay

  • The Contractor must complete the Works by the Due Completion Date, and failure to do so may result in a penalty for delay
  • The Contractor can apply for an extension of time if circumstances beyond their control prevent completion by the Due Completion Date
  • The Employer's Agent can request the Contractor to accelerate the rate of progress to achieve Practical Completion without extension of time
  • The Contractor is entitled to receive a Certificate of Practical Completion when the Works have been completed to the requirements for achieving practical completion

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