26 Questions
Which document is recommended for use as a standard form of contract for architectural services?
RAIC Document Six
What is the recommended approach to the contractual relationship between client and architect in the RAIC Document Six?
Balanced approach
What should architects never agree to as the only basis for a contract?
Purchase orders
Which chapter in the text provides additional information on checklists?
Chapter 5.4 - Quality Management
Who should check the drawings other than the originator?
An employee
What is the first step in the colour-coded checking process for paper-based printed check sets?
Check all notes and dimensions
Which of the following is NOT a recommended approach to minimize risk in client-architect agreements?
Making significant changes and adding supplementary conditions to the agreement
What should an architect do if the client is a corporation?
Ensure that the person signing the agreement has authority to commit the corporation
What should an architect do if the client is a public entity?
Ensure that the person signing the agreement has authority under the relevant body
What should an architect do if the client prefers to use their own 'standard agreement' forms?
Review it carefully with legal counsel and professional liability insurer
Which clause in a client-prepared contract has the potential of posing the broadest implications from a risk perspective?
Indemnification clause
Which type of clause should an architect avoid agreeing to in order to protect themselves from unauthorized changes or reuse of their work?
Copyright and ownership clause
Which type of clause should an architect insist on including in their agreement if they decide to accept some degree of uninsured business risk?
Limitation of liability clause
Which type of clause in a client's agreement may elevate the standard of care beyond what is required in law?
Standard of care clause
Which of the following is a potential risk in the design and construction documentation phases of an architectural project?
The practice will lose money
Why is it important for the architect to ensure that subconsultants are bound by the terms and conditions contained in the prime agreement?
To avoid vicarious liability
What is the purpose of the BIM appendix developed by the Institute for BIM in Canada (IBC)?
To delineate responsibilities for the use of the building model
What should architects do when reviewing contracts related to BIM and integrated project delivery (IPD) projects?
Consult with their lawyer
Which of the following is a key consideration in managing risks related to design and documentation?
Quality Assurance and Quality Control
When considering the composition of the design team, what should be reassessed if working relationships are not harmonious?
The chemistry among the various people on the project
Which method of project delivery is known for transferring project and financial risks to the private sector?
Public-private partnerships
What is one of the most important elements in the management of risk related to design and documentation?
Thorough and comprehensive checking process
Which of the following is a reason why an architect should not guarantee or warrant that a building will be certified by a sustainable building rating system?
It is based on an assessment by an independent review agency
What should an architect consider if a client seeks to pay a fee that is inadequate in the architect's professional opinion?
Declining the project
What is the recommended action for an architect when faced with a client who claims that all other architects have accepted and signed a proposed agreement?
All of the above
What should an architect consider when calculating fees for future projects based on the experience and 'lessons learned' from a particular project?
The loss that may be offset by gains during the contract administration phase
Quiz: Managing Risks in Design and Documentation Discover the essential factors in effectively managing risks related to design and documentation. This quiz will test your knowledge on topics such as the composition of the design team, harmonious working relationships, internal and external collaborations, and more. Sharpen your risk management skills and ensure successful project outcomes.
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