Practical Use of the FIDIC Contracts
Gain expertise and improve your ability to effectively work with FIDIC contracts in an inspiring group setting. 3-day workshop.
We know that working with the FIDIC contracts is not without its challenges. How do you know which contract to use and how to differentiate between each one? How do you get your head around the obligations of each party and their rights and remedies? What are all the procedures that must be followed? Our 3-day Practical Use of the FIDIC Contracts workshop will help you understand all of this and much more.
If you are looking to seriously enhance your contractual understanding then our Practical Use of the FIDIC Contracts workshop is perfect for you. Thanks to a focus on practical rather than theoretical learning, plus group assignments using case studies based on real projects, you’ll acquire a new level of understanding that you can immediately apply to your own work. You’ll also benefit from face to face mentorship and support of presenters with decades of experience in using these contracts, known for their dynamic and engaging presentation style.
This workshop covers the use of the 1999 editions of the FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Construction (the ‘Construction Contract’) and the FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Plant and Design-Build (the ‘Design-Build Contract’). Whether you want to boost your knowledge of FIDIC contracts or are new to the subject, you will gain an excellent insight into navigating the FIDIC forms of contract.
Practical, quality driven and expert led learning
What you will get
- 10 modules of quality, practical content
- 8 group assignments to stimulate group discussion and interactive learning
- Certificate of Attendance
- 28 case studies based on real-life project scenarios
- 24 Continual Professional Development (CPD) hours
- Personalised training course materials folder
- All refreshments and lunch included
What you will learn
- Organisation
- Goals and Objectives
- Services Provided
- Publications – Contracts and Agreements
- Publications – Business Practices, Guides and Manuals
- The Red Book (1999)
- The Yellow Book (1999)
- The Silver Book (1999)
- The Gold Book (1999)
- The Pink Book (1999)
- The Red Book Subcontract (1999)
- The Green Book Short Form of Contract (1999)
- Elements of a Contract
- Advantages of a Standard Form of Contract
- Disadvantages of Bespoke Contracts
- A Typical FIDIC Form of Contract
- Additional Documents Required for the Contract
- The Parties Referred to in the FIDIC Forms of Contract
- Allocation of Risk
- Employer’s Risk Under the FIDIC Forms of Contract
- General Provisions of the FIDIC Forms of Contract
- Clause 1 – General Provisions
- Explanation of the General Provisions including definitions, communications, law and language, priority of documents, delayed drawings or instructions and errors in the Employer’s requirements.
- Clause 2 – The Employer
- Clause 3 – The Engineer
- Clause 4 – The Contractor
- Clause 5 – Nominated Subcontractors (Red Book 1999)
- Clause 5 – Design (Yellow Book 1999)
- Clause 6 – Staff and Labour
- Clause 7 – Plant, Materials and Workmanship
- Clause 8 – Commencement, Delays and Suspension
- Clause 9 – Tests on Completion
- Clause 10 – Employer’s Taking Over
- Clause 11 – Defects Liability
- Clause 12 – Tests After Completion (Yellow Book 1999)
- Clause 12 – Measurement and Evaluation (Red Book)
- Clause 13 – Variations
- Clause 14 – Contract Price and Payment
- Clause 15 – Termination by Employer
- Clause 16 – Suspension and Termination by Contractor
- Clause 17 – Risk and Responsibility
- Clause 18 – Insurance
- Clause 19 – Force Majeure
- Clause 20 – Claims, Disputes and Arbitration
- Inherent Project risk
- Contractor’s Claims, Employer’s Claims, Claims Procedures and Disputes
- Amicable Settlement
- Dispute Adjudication Board
- Arbitration
Day 1 Agenda
08:30 – 09:00
Registration & Welcome Refreshments
09:00 – 10:30
Module 1 – Introduction to FIDIC
10:30 – 10:45
Refreshment Break
10:45 – 11:30
Assignment 1
11:30 – 13:00
Module 2 – Introduction to the FIDIC Forms of Contract
13:00 – 14:15
Networking Lunch
14:15 – 15:00
Assignment 2
15:00 – 16:30
Module 3 – General Provisions of the FIDIC Forms of Contract
16:30 – 16:45
Refreshment Break
16:45 – 17:30
Assignment 3
Day 2 Agenda
08:30 – 09:00
Registration & Welcome Refreshments
09:00 – 10:30
Module 4 – Obligations and Responsibilities of the Main Parties
10:30 – 10:45
Refreshment Break
10:45 – 11:30
Assignment 4
11:30 – 13:00
Module 5 – Management of Projects
13:00 – 14:15
Networking Lunch
14:15 – 15:00
Assignment 5
15:00 – 16:30
Module 6 – Commencement, Delays and Completion
16:30 – 16:45
Refreshment Break
16:45 – 17:30
Assignment 6
Day 3 Agenda
08:30 – 09:00
Registration & Welcome Refreshments
09:00 – 10:30
Module 7 – Financial Matters
10:30 – 10:45
Refreshment Break
10:45 – 11:30
Assignment 7
11:30 – 13:00
Module 8 – Termination and Suspension
13:00 – 14:15
Networking Lunch
14:15 – 15:00
Assignment 8
15:00 – 16:30
Module 9 – Risk, Liability & Force Majeure
16:30 – 16:45
Refreshment Break
16:45 – 17:30
Module 10 – Claims, Disputes and Arbitration
17:30 – 18:00
General Discussion & Close Out
Our workshops are the result of decades of expertise in the construction industry, especially within the specialist field of construction contracts and claims.
We've been faced with all manner of contracts and had to work out what the clauses mean and how to correctly interpret them from both contractor, employer and engineer perspectives. Basically, we've been through the difficulties that you are currently facing and understand your frustrations, and we’ve put all that hands-on experience into shaping this dynamic learning experience.
Our 3-day Practical Use of the FIDIC Contracts workshop is perfect for you if you are able to take a little time out of the working week to gain the knowledge you need to do in order to do your job well. Whether you are new to the world of FIDIC or wish to refresh your knowledge, we guarantee that this course will help you.
10
Modules
8
Group Assignments
24
CPD Hours
Presented by an expert with 40 years' experience within the specialist field of contracts and claims, Andy Hewitt
This workshop has been developed and is presented by top authority on claims, Andy Hewitt, author of Construction Claims & Responses: effective writing & presentation and The FIDIC Contracts: Obligations of the Parties. Andy is well known for his engaging presentation style and ability to clearly communicate new concepts to those who are still learning.
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Recognised by leading professional organisations
Endorser
Quantity Surveyors International
Endorser
Institute of Construction Claims Practitioners
Recognition
CIOB Chartered Building Consultancy
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“I give it an A+. I will be attending further courses with Claims Class. Great instructors.”
Common questions
There are no minimum qualifications but you will need to understand the construction process and have a basic knowledge of construction contracts. The course is suitable for many disciplines, but particularly, quantity surveyors, contract administrators, planners, controllers, engineers and those who deal with contractual and commercial matters.
Online registration is the quickest and easiest way to register; you simply have to complete a short registration form and make payment via credit card. We understand that not everyone likes to use credit cards though and, in some cases, your company may be paying for you and may require an invoice and payment via bank transfer. In that case, please contact us and we’ll send you an offline registration form and invoice for payment.
The only difference between these courses is the mode of delivery. The workshop is delivered in a classroom setting over 3-days, whereas the e-course is delivered online and you are able to log on anytime, anywhere to access the course content. In addition to the Practical Use of the FIDIC Contracts Intermediate E-course, we also have a Practical Use of the FIDIC Contracts Basic E-Course and the difference between the two courses lies in the learning outcomes and benefits they provide. Check out our e-course comparison page to compare Practical Use of the FIDIC Contracts e-courses.
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