Engineering & Construction Contract (FIDIC Silver Book)

 

Virtual CPD Course | 4 – 5 November 2024

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Legible for:  2 CPD Points – SAAMA/ECSA  |  1.6 CPD Credits – SACPCMP

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Brief Overview:

The course will examine the FIDIC SilverBook Contract core clauses, main and secondary options, contract strategy, and structure from the perspective of Contractor and Subcontractor appointment. It will also highlight the Project Manager, Supervisor, and Adjudicator’s authority regarding their responsibility regarding Contractors.

Who Should Attend?

  • Construction Industry Professionals
  • Candidates -in-training
  • Quality Managers
  • Construction & Project Managers
  • Contractors
  • Design Engineers, Engineers
  • Local Government Groups
  • Environmental Groups
  • Community Groups
  • Health and Safety officers
  • Health & Safety Representatives
  • Construction Health and Safety Agent
  • Stakeholders in the Construction

Course Objectives

  • Understand the FIDIC Silver Book and its application in project contracts.
  • Compare the 1999 and 2017 Editions, noting key updates and risk shifts.
  • Evaluate Risk and Insurance requirements before contracting.
  • Conduct a Detailed Clause-by-Clause Analysis of the contract.
  • Manage Claims and Disputes, including DAB, arbitration, and ADR.

Course Outline

Introduction, Key Concepts, and Risk Management.

Introduction to FIDIC and Silver Book

  • Overview of FIDIC Contracts
  • Importance of FIDIC in international construction.
  • Focus on the Silver Book (EPC/Turnkey Projects) and its key features.

Comparing 1999 vs. 2017 Editions

  •  Key Differences Between the Editions
  • Major updates in the 2017 edition.
  • Changes in risk allocation, claims handling, and procedural shifts.

Risk and Insurance Provisions

  • Before You Procure: Risk Management and insurance.
  • Key risks to evaluate before entering a Silver Book contract.
  • Risk allocation and mitigation strategies in high-risk projects.

Project Suitability and Contract Selection

  • Project Types and Suitability
  • Identifying which types of projects are suitable for the FIDIC Silver Book.

Contract Execution, Claims, and Dispute Resolution

  • Key clauses explained: Responsibilities, liabilities, and obligations.
  • Day-to-day operational guidance for projects using the Silver Book.
  • Common challenges and how to address them.

Claims Management

  • Handling Claims Under the FIDIC Silver Book
  • Can you or can’t you claim? Understanding the rights of parties.
  • Best practices for dealing with claims and potential disputes.

Dispute Resolution Mechanisms

  • Managing Disputes with DABs, Arbitration, and ADR
  • Dispute Adjudication Boards (DABs): How they work under the Silver Book.
  • Alternatives to litigation: Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR).
  • Practical steps for handling disputes effectively and ensuring project continuity.

Procurement, Negotiation, and Administration

  • How to Procure, Negotiate, and Administer a FIDIC Silver Book Contract.
  • Strategies for successful procurement and contract negotiation.
  • Administering the contract effectively to manage risk and ensure compliance.
Live Session - Zoom Meetings

Duration: 2-Day (Virtual CPD Course)

Price: R5999 Per Delegate


This Course Includes:

  • Course Manual
  • CPD Certificate

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Accreditation Details:

This course is accredited by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) with 2 CPD Points and by the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professionals (SACPCMP) with 1.6 CPD Credits.

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