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What is the purpose of the 'as-built' records mentioned in the text?

To demonstrate the completion of the Works for the purposes of taking-over

To provide a record of all materials used in the construction process

To indicate the financial aspects of the executed work

To show the exact as-built locations, sizes, and details of the work executed by the Contractor (correct)

When should the Contractor prepare the 'as-built' records?

At the beginning of the construction phase

As soon as the project is completed

Throughout the execution of the Works and keep them up-to-date (correct)

Only if stated in the Specification

What determines the format and other relevant details of the 'as-built' records?

The Engineer's preference

The Contractor's preference

The Specification or, if not stated, as acceptable to the Engineer (correct)

The financial constraints of the project

When are the 'as-built' records submitted to the Engineer for review?

Before the Engineer gives a Notice of No-objection Signup and view all the answers

What determines the number of copies of 'as-built' records to be submitted by the Contractor?

As required under Sub-Clause 1.8 [Care and Supply of Documents] Signup and view all the answers

What happens if there are no as-built records to be prepared by the Contractor as stated in the Specification?

The Sub-Clause regarding as-built records does not apply Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of keeping the 'as-built' records exclusively for the purposes of this Sub-Clause?

To ensure the records are used only for the intended purpose Signup and view all the answers

What should the Contractor do within 21 days of the Commencement Date?

Submit a health and safety manual specifically prepared for the Works, the Site, and other places where the Works are being executed Signup and view all the answers

When should the Contractor submit details of any accident?

As soon as practicable after its occurrence Signup and view all the answers

What is the timeframe for submitting the Quality Management System to the Engineer?

Within 28 days of the Commencement Date Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the QM System internal audits?

To ensure compliance with the requirements of the Contract Signup and view all the answers

What is the Engineer's action if the QM System does not comply with the Contract?

Give a Notice to the Contractor stating the extent of non-compliance Signup and view all the answers

When should the Contractor revise the QM System if it does not comply with the Contract?

Within 14 days after receiving a Notice from the Engineer Signup and view all the answers

What is the timeframe for submitting each revision of the health and safety manual to the Engineer?

Promptly after each revision Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor required to do if subject to external audit?

Immediately give a Notice to the Engineer describing any failing(s) identified Signup and view all the answers

Who does the obligation to give notice of failing(s) identified in an external audit apply to if the Contractor is a JV?

Each member of the JV Signup and view all the answers

What does the Compliance Verification System aim to demonstrate?

Compliance of design, materials, work, and workmanship with the Contract Signup and view all the answers

What happens if any inspection or test identifies a non-compliance with the Contract?

Sub-Clause 7.5 [Defects and Rejection] shall apply Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor responsible for interpreting with regards to Site Data and Items of Reference?

All data referred to under Sub-Clause 2.5 [Site Data and Items of Reference] Signup and view all the answers

What does compliance with the QM System and/or Compliance Verification System not relieve the Contractor from?

Any duty, obligation or responsibility under or in connection with the Contract Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor deemed to have obtained before submitting the Tender?

All necessary information as to risks, contingencies, and other circumstances Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor deemed to have inspected and examined before submitting the Tender?

The Site, access to the Site, its surroundings, the above data and other available information Signup and view all the answers

What does the Contractor need to submit to the Engineer for review?

A complete set of compliance verification documentation for the Works or Section Signup and view all the answers

What does the Compliance Verification System aim to demonstrate?

Compliance of design, materials, work, and workmanship with the Contract Signup and view all the answers

What is the timeframe for submitting the health and safety manual to the engineer?

Within 21 days of the commencement date Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the contractor regarding accidents on the construction site?

Report accidents promptly and maintain records and reports as required by health and safety regulations Signup and view all the answers

When should the Quality Management (QM) System be prepared and implemented by the contractor?

Within 28 days of the commencement date Signup and view all the answers

What action can the engineer take if the contractor fails to correctly implement the QM System?

Issue a notice and the contractor must immediately remedy the failure Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the engineer does not object to the QM System within 21 days?

It is considered approved Signup and view all the answers

What should the QM System ensure regarding communications and document submission?

Traceability of communications and submission of documents for review by the engineer Signup and view all the answers

What is the contractor's responsibility for public safety measures on the construction site?

Provide necessary safety measures like fencing, lighting, and temporary works for public use and protection Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Contractor regarding the operation and maintenance manuals?

Preparing them as per the Specification Signup and view all the answers

When is the completion of the works for taking over subject to the Engineer's review and acceptance of the operation and maintenance manuals?

If specified in the Specification Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances is the Contractor required to carry out training for the Employer’s employees and identified personnel?

If specified in the Specification Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor responsible for providing in relation to the training for the Employer’s employees and identified personnel?

Qualified training staff, facilities, and materials Signup and view all the answers

What is required from the Contractor in terms of cooperation with the Employer’s personnel, other contractors, and public authorities?

Cooperation as stated in the Specification or instructed by the Engineer Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor responsible for if they find an error in the items of reference?

Notifying the Engineer and rectifying the error within the specified period Signup and view all the answers

When is the date of commencement of the time limit for agreement under Sub-Clause 3.7.3 defined?

By the date the Engineer receives the Contractor’s Notice under Sub-Clause 4.7.2 [Errors] Signup and view all the answers

What is required if the Contractor is subject to external audit according to the text?

The Contractor shall immediately give a Notice to the Engineer describing any failing(s) identified in any external audit Signup and view all the answers

Who does the obligation to apply to if the Contractor is a JV?

Each member of the JV Signup and view all the answers

What does the Compliance Verification System demonstrate?

Compliance with the Contract Signup and view all the answers

What happens if any inspection or test identifies a non-compliance with the Contract?

Sub-Clause 7.5 [Defects and Rejection] shall apply Signup and view all the answers

What does compliance with the QM System and/or Compliance Verification System not relieve the Contractor from?

Any duty, obligation or responsibility under or in connection with the Contract Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for interpreting all data referred to under Sub-Clause 2.5 [Site Data and Items of Reference]?

The Contractor Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor deemed to have obtained information about, to the extent practicable?

Risks, contingencies, and other circumstances which may influence or affect the Tender or Works Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor deemed to have inspected and examined before submitting the Tender?

The Site, access to the Site, its surroundings, the data, and other available information Signup and view all the answers

What does the Contractor need to prepare and submit to the Engineer?

A complete set of compliance verification documentation for the Works or Section Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor's responsibility regarding the completion of the works for taking over?

Ensuring the operation and maintenance manuals are reviewed and accepted by the Engineer Signup and view all the answers

What does the Contractor need to do if they find an error in the items of reference?

Notify the Engineer and rectify the error within the specified period Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances is the Contractor entitled to an extension of time and/or payment of costs plus profit?

Unforeseeable delay due to cooperation and coordination requirements Signup and view all the answers

What determines the date of commencement of the time limit for agreement under Sub-Clause 3.7.3?

Date the Engineer receives the Contractor's Notice under Sub-Clause 4.7.2 [Errors] Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor responsible for coordinating?

Activities with other contractors on or near the site Signup and view all the answers

When is the Contractor required to carry out training for the Employer’s employees and identified personnel?

If specified in the Specification Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor responsible for in relation to the specified items of reference?

Setting out the Works and ensuring accuracy Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Contractor in relation to the completion of the works for taking over?

To ensure the Engineer's review and acceptance of the operation and maintenance manuals Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance is the Contractor entitled to an extension of time and/or payment of costs plus profit?

If cooperation, allowance of opportunities, and coordination were unforeseeable and led to delay or incurred costs Signup and view all the answers

What determines the timing and requirements for training by the Contractor?

The Specification Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor responsible for in relation to the setting out of the Works?

Ensuring accuracy in setting out the Works Signup and view all the answers

When should the Contractor rectify an error in the items of reference?

Within the specified period or as soon as practicable after receiving the items of reference Signup and view all the answers

What determines the date of commencement of the time limit for agreement under Sub-Clause 3.7.3?

The date the Engineer receives the Contractor’s Notice under Sub-Clause 4.7.2 [Errors] Signup and view all the answers

What is the Contractor required to comply with in terms of health and safety?

All applicable health and safety regulations, laws, obligations, and directives specified in the Contract Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Contractor Obligations and Responsibilities

Operation and maintenance manuals must be prepared by the Contractor as per the Specification.
The completion of the works for taking over is subject to the Engineer's review and acceptance of the operation and maintenance manuals.
If specified in the Specification, the Contractor is required to carry out training for the Employer’s employees and identified personnel in the operation and maintenance of the Works.
Training timing and requirements are to be in accordance with the Specification or as acceptable to the Employer.
The Contractor must provide qualified training staff, facilities, and materials as necessary.
Co-operation with the Employer’s personnel, other contractors, and public authorities is required from the Contractor as stated in the Specification or instructed by the Engineer.
The Contractor is responsible for coordinating activities with other contractors and allowing opportunities for work by others on or near the site.
The Contractor is entitled to an extension of time and/or payment of costs plus profit if cooperation, allowance of opportunities, and coordination were unforeseeable and led to delay or incurred costs.
The Contractor is responsible for setting out the Works in relation to the specified items of reference and ensuring accuracy.
If the Contractor finds an error in the items of reference, they must notify the Engineer and rectify the error within the specified period or as soon as practicable after receiving the items of reference.
The date of commencement of the time limit for agreement under Sub-Clause 3.7.3 is defined by the date the Engineer receives the Contractor’s Notice under Sub-Clause 4.7.2 [Errors].
The Contractor must comply with all applicable health and safety regulations, laws, obligations, and directives specified in the Contract.

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Test your knowledge of the obligations and responsibilities of contractors in construction projects. This quiz covers topics such as operation and maintenance manuals, training requirements, cooperation with employers and authorities, error notification, and compliance with health and safety regulations.

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Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of the 'as-built' records mentioned in the text?

When should the Contractor prepare the 'as-built' records?

What determines the format and other relevant details of the 'as-built' records?

When are the 'as-built' records submitted to the Engineer for review?

What determines the number of copies of 'as-built' records to be submitted by the Contractor?

What happens if there are no as-built records to be prepared by the Contractor as stated in the Specification?

What is the purpose of keeping the 'as-built' records exclusively for the purposes of this Sub-Clause?

What should the Contractor do within 21 days of the Commencement Date?

When should the Contractor submit details of any accident?

What is the timeframe for submitting the Quality Management System to the Engineer?

What is the purpose of the QM System internal audits?

What is the Engineer's action if the QM System does not comply with the Contract?

When should the Contractor revise the QM System if it does not comply with the Contract?

What is the timeframe for submitting each revision of the health and safety manual to the Engineer?

What is the Contractor required to do if subject to external audit?

Who does the obligation to give notice of failing(s) identified in an external audit apply to if the Contractor is a JV?

What does the Compliance Verification System aim to demonstrate?

What happens if any inspection or test identifies a non-compliance with the Contract?

What is the Contractor responsible for interpreting with regards to Site Data and Items of Reference?

What does compliance with the QM System and/or Compliance Verification System not relieve the Contractor from?

What is the Contractor deemed to have obtained before submitting the Tender?

What is the Contractor deemed to have inspected and examined before submitting the Tender?

What does the Contractor need to submit to the Engineer for review?

What does the Compliance Verification System aim to demonstrate?

What is the timeframe for submitting the health and safety manual to the engineer?

What is the responsibility of the contractor regarding accidents on the construction site?

When should the Quality Management (QM) System be prepared and implemented by the contractor?

What action can the engineer take if the contractor fails to correctly implement the QM System?

What happens if the engineer does not object to the QM System within 21 days?

What should the QM System ensure regarding communications and document submission?

What is the contractor's responsibility for public safety measures on the construction site?

What is the responsibility of the Contractor regarding the operation and maintenance manuals?

When is the completion of the works for taking over subject to the Engineer's review and acceptance of the operation and maintenance manuals?

Under what circumstances is the Contractor required to carry out training for the Employer’s employees and identified personnel?

What is the Contractor responsible for providing in relation to the training for the Employer’s employees and identified personnel?

What is required from the Contractor in terms of cooperation with the Employer’s personnel, other contractors, and public authorities?

What is the Contractor responsible for if they find an error in the items of reference?

When is the date of commencement of the time limit for agreement under Sub-Clause 3.7.3 defined?

What is required if the Contractor is subject to external audit according to the text?

Who does the obligation to apply to if the Contractor is a JV?

What does the Compliance Verification System demonstrate?

What happens if any inspection or test identifies a non-compliance with the Contract?

What does compliance with the QM System and/or Compliance Verification System not relieve the Contractor from?

Who is responsible for interpreting all data referred to under Sub-Clause 2.5 [Site Data and Items of Reference]?

What is the Contractor deemed to have obtained information about, to the extent practicable?

What is the Contractor deemed to have inspected and examined before submitting the Tender?

What does the Contractor need to prepare and submit to the Engineer?

What is the Contractor's responsibility regarding the completion of the works for taking over?

What does the Contractor need to do if they find an error in the items of reference?

Under what circumstances is the Contractor entitled to an extension of time and/or payment of costs plus profit?

What determines the date of commencement of the time limit for agreement under Sub-Clause 3.7.3?

What is the Contractor responsible for coordinating?

When is the Contractor required to carry out training for the Employer’s employees and identified personnel?

What is the Contractor responsible for in relation to the specified items of reference?

What is the responsibility of the Contractor in relation to the completion of the works for taking over?

Under what circumstance is the Contractor entitled to an extension of time and/or payment of costs plus profit?

What determines the timing and requirements for training by the Contractor?

What is the Contractor responsible for in relation to the setting out of the Works?

When should the Contractor rectify an error in the items of reference?

What determines the date of commencement of the time limit for agreement under Sub-Clause 3.7.3?

What is the Contractor required to comply with in terms of health and safety?

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