Contractor's General Obligations GCC2015
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What is the purpose of Clause 7.1 in the GCC2015?

  • To establish the protocol for reporting accidents
  • To determine the cost of making good defects
  • To define the quality of construction equipment (correct)
  • To outline the procedure for searching for defects

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

  • Remove the defective Plant, materials, or work and replace it
  • Request permission from the Employer to rectify the defect
  • Notify the Employer of the defect and await instructions
  • Make good and retest the Plant, materials, or work (correct)

    • Who is responsible for searching for defects in the Works?

  • The Contractor (correct)
  • The Employer's Agent
  • The Employer
  • The Engineer

    • 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

    Study Notes

    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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    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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