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Which type of contractual clause has the potential of posing the broadest implications from a risk perspective?

Lender requirements clause

Certifications clause

Assumption of indemnity clause

Indemnification clause (correct)

What does it mean to 'indemnify' in the context of a contract?

To reimburse a client following a loss (correct)

To defend the client in legal proceedings

To establish negligence and damages

To exclude coverage under the professional liability insurance policy

Why should an architect not agree to 'defend' the client in legal proceedings?

It increases the architect's liability

It is unlikely to be covered under the insurance policy (correct)

It is not a common practice in the industry

It violates the terms of the client's agreement

What should an architect do with commitments to others in their agreement with the client?

Delete them Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what should be done after the original checking with red and yellow lines?

The corrected original should be reviewed against the red-lined version Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of back-checking in electronic document checking?

To sign off on each print Signup and view all the answers

What should architects allocate and budget appropriate time and fees for?

Risk and quality management Signup and view all the answers

What can potentially cause legal action in the bidding and contract award process?

Awarding the contract to anyone other than the lowest bidder Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential risk in the design and construction documentation phases of an architectural project?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the objective of building information modeling (BIM) methods?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Institute for BIM in Canada (IBC)?

To delineate responsibilities for the use of building models in contracts Signup and view all the answers

What should architects consider in managing risks related to design and documentation?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when should an architect demand a retainer fee in advance?

When working with a new client Signup and view all the answers

What should an architect do if the fees for a project are not commensurate with the professional services required or the risk involved?

Attempt to re-negotiate the fees Signup and view all the answers

What do surveys indicate about profits during the contract administration phase compared to profits in the earlier phases of a project?

Profits during contract administration are generally only 50% of profits in the earlier phases Signup and view all the answers

What should an architect do when such clauses are proposed in a contract?

Discuss the questionable clause with architects who have purportedly signed it Signup and view all the answers

Which project delivery method is mentioned as a potential risk for architects due to problematic clauses such as client requirements for warranties and guarantees and transferring responsibility for liquidated damages for delays to the design professional?

Design-build projects Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of quality assurance (QA) in the context of project management?

To ensure that quality management systems, processes, and tools are in place and being used as intended Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of quality control (QC) in the context of project management?

To ensure that the output of each operation satisfies the requirements for which the deliverable is intended Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the most important elements in the management of risk according to the text?

A thorough and comprehensive checking process Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what should an architect do if asked to sign lender-prepared documents during a project?

Review the documents with the help of a lawyer and a professional liability insurer Signup and view all the answers

What should an agreement specifically state regarding copyright and ownership of documents?

The architect should insist on a provision that protects them from unauthorized changes or reuse Signup and view all the answers

Why is having a balanced contract important in design-build and public-private partnerships?

To transfer inappropriate and uninsurable risks to the architect Signup and view all the answers

What does the text recommend regarding the limitation of liability clause in client-architect agreements?

The limitation of liability clause is recommended for all client-architect agreements Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is one potential source of claims against architects?

Lack of documentation Signup and view all the answers

What should architects do to avoid potential delays in a project?

Respond timely to all contractor requests Signup and view all the answers

What should architects exercise care in issuing?

Certificate of Substantial Performance Signup and view all the answers

What should architects do in relation to substitutions?

Ensure appropriate due diligence in reviewing substitution requests Signup and view all the answers

What should architects do to manage risks related to design and documentation?

Allocate and budget appropriate time and fees Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of documenting all communications, findings, and observations?

To support future defense of any claim Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended procedure for pre-construction meetings?

Having pre-set notes of site meetings Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of issuing a Certificate of Substantial Performance?

To activate the timing for the release of holdback and other lien rights Signup and view all the answers

Why should substitutions be carefully documented?

To support future defense of any claim Signup and view all the answers

What type of claims are commonly advanced by contractors in construction projects?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an experienced contract administrator in the assessment of a contractor's application for payment?

To review the application with the contractor on the site Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of documenting all communications, findings, and observations?

To support future defense of any claim Signup and view all the answers

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Which type of contractual clause has the potential of posing the broadest implications from a risk perspective?

What does it mean to 'indemnify' in the context of a contract?

Why should an architect not agree to 'defend' the client in legal proceedings?

What should an architect do with commitments to others in their agreement with the client?

According to the text, what should be done after the original checking with red and yellow lines?

What is the purpose of back-checking in electronic document checking?

What should architects allocate and budget appropriate time and fees for?

What can potentially cause legal action in the bidding and contract award process?

Which of the following is a potential risk in the design and construction documentation phases of an architectural project?

What is the objective of building information modeling (BIM) methods?

What is the role of the Institute for BIM in Canada (IBC)?

What should architects consider in managing risks related to design and documentation?

According to the text, when should an architect demand a retainer fee in advance?

What should an architect do if the fees for a project are not commensurate with the professional services required or the risk involved?

What do surveys indicate about profits during the contract administration phase compared to profits in the earlier phases of a project?

What should an architect do when such clauses are proposed in a contract?

Which project delivery method is mentioned as a potential risk for architects due to problematic clauses such as client requirements for warranties and guarantees and transferring responsibility for liquidated damages for delays to the design professional?

What is the purpose of quality assurance (QA) in the context of project management?

What is the purpose of quality control (QC) in the context of project management?

What is one of the most important elements in the management of risk according to the text?

According to the text, what should an architect do if asked to sign lender-prepared documents during a project?

What should an agreement specifically state regarding copyright and ownership of documents?

Why is having a balanced contract important in design-build and public-private partnerships?

What does the text recommend regarding the limitation of liability clause in client-architect agreements?

According to the text, what is one potential source of claims against architects?

What should architects do to avoid potential delays in a project?

What should architects exercise care in issuing?

What should architects do in relation to substitutions?

What should architects do to manage risks related to design and documentation?

What is the purpose of documenting all communications, findings, and observations?

Which of the following is NOT a recommended procedure for pre-construction meetings?

What is the purpose of issuing a Certificate of Substantial Performance?

Why should substitutions be carefully documented?

What type of claims are commonly advanced by contractors in construction projects?

What is the role of an experienced contract administrator in the assessment of a contractor's application for payment?

What is the importance of documenting all communications, findings, and observations?

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