35 Questions
Which document sets out the rules for mediation of construction disputes in CCDC 2 - 2008?
CCDC 40 - Rules for Mediation and Arbitration of Construction Disputes
What is the purpose of Dispute Resolution under CCDC 2 - 2008?
To encourage the speedy, inexpensive, and voluntary resolution of construction disputes
Who is the first point of contact for claims, differences, or other matters relating to the performance of the Work or the interpretation of the Contract Documents?
The Consultant
What are the three stages of dispute resolution under the Contract?
Unassisted negotiation, mediated negotiation, and arbitration
What is the role of the Consultant during the dispute resolution process?
To provide a finding or determination
According to the text, who is responsible for taking precautionary measures to protect the Work, the Owner's property, and adjacent property from damage and injury?
Contractors
According to the text, what are toxic and hazardous substances defined by?
Applicable legislation
According to the text, who is responsible for construction safety at the Place of the Work?
Contractors
According to the text, who is responsible for the presence of mould at the Place of the Work?
Owners
According to the text, what should the Contractor do if mould is observed at the Place of the Work?
Take all reasonable steps to prevent injury and damage
Which type of insurance coverage is considered to be the recommended minimum requirement for most projects?
All risk property insurance
When should insurance coverages be maintained until for most projects?
10 days after the date of Substantial Performance of the Work
What type of contract security can be in the form of cash security, letter of credit, certified cheque, or surety bond?
Contract security
What is the purpose of indemnification in a contract?
To allocate risk to the contracting party in the best position to control and manage that risk
What is the dollar value of the insurance specified by the Owner used to limit the risk undertaken by the parties under the agreement?
The dollar value of the insurance specified by the Owner
Which of the following is NOT an exclusion typically found in insurance policies?
Patent fees
What is the maximum monetary limitation for uninsured claims relating to bodily injury or property damage?
The greater of the Contract Price or $2,000,000
When does the waiver period limit for both the Owner and the Contractor occur?
5 days prior to the expiry of the lien period
Which of the following is NOT a circumstance in which the Contractor waives and releases the Owner from all claims?
Claims for which a Notice in Writing of claim has been received by the Owner within 395 calendar days following the date of Substantial Performance of the Work
Where can a detailed explanation of the indemnification limits for CCDC 2 – 2008 be found?
CCDC Bulletin 25
According to paragraph 12.2.4, when does the Owner waive and release the Contractor for claims for substantial defects and deficiencies?
When there is no written notice of claim by the Owner within 6 years from the date of Substantial Performance of the Work
According to paragraph 12.2.6, what happens to claims that have been given in writing and satisfy the requirements of this paragraph?
They are not waived
What is the time limit for the Owner to provide a written notice of claim for substantial defects and deficiencies?
6 years from the date of Substantial Performance of the Work
What happens to claims for substantial defects and deficiencies if there is no written notice of claim by the Owner within the specified time limit?
The Owner waives and releases the Contractor from such claims
What is the purpose of paragraph 12.2.5 in relation to claims for substantial defects and deficiencies?
To define the waiver and release of the Contractor for claims
According to the text, who is responsible for applying and paying for permits relating to planning, zoning, deed covenant, and development charges?
The Owner
According to the text, when should the presence of mould be determined and communicated to the Consultant and the Contractor?
Before the Work begins
According to the text, who should conduct a detailed review of the insurance requirements for the Project?
The insurance professionals
According to the text, what should be done if the Owner disagrees with the findings of the independent expert regarding the presence of mould?
The Owner must proceed with the work stated in paragraph 9.5.3.1
According to the text, what should be established prior to bid call when the Project qualifies for sales tax and/or customs duty refunds or exemptions?
The procedure for establishing the tax and duty payment
True or false: Claims for substantial defects and deficiencies are waived if there is no written notice from the Owner within 6 years from the date of Substantial Performance of the Work?
True
True or false: Claims that have been given in writing and satisfy paragraph 12.2.6 are not waived?
True
True or false: The Owner waives and releases the Contractor for claims for substantial defects and deficiencies arising out of the Contractor's actions where there is no written notice of claim by the Owner within 6 years from the date of Substantial Performance of the Work?
True
True or false: The purpose of paragraph 12.2.5 is to waive and release the Contractor for claims for substantial defects and deficiencies?
False
True or false: The Contractor waives and releases the Owner from all claims if there is no written notice of claim by the Contractor within the specified time limit?
False
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