F R Roulston, M. O'C. Horgan, F. R. Roulston

The Foundations of Engineering Contracts (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

This highly readable guide explains the main features of contracts applicable to the design, construction and servicing of civil, building, electrical or mechanical works. The emphasis throughout is on practical guidance, with clear explanations of the essential elements including legality, uncertainty, undue influence, agencies, overseas works, sub-contracts and quality assurance. Numerous appendices give common terms used in contracts, typical sets of standard conditions and further useful information. The book is particularly suitable for those new to the subject who will find practical guidance on understanding contracts in a wide range of civil engineering and construction works.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Taylor & Francis
• Seitenzahl: 208
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. September 2003
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781135833787
• Artikelnr.: 47892978

Autorenporträt

F R Roulston

Inhaltsangabe

Engineering contracts. Contract legality
offers
acceptances and considerations. Uncertainty
undue influence
misrepresentation
mistakes
frustration
etc. Agents and agencies. Authentication agreements
bonds
guarantees and warranties. Exports: shipments and payments. Subcontracts
preferred subcontracts
nominated subcontracts
prime costs
contract assignment and insolvency. Quality assurance
reliability
the Limitation Acts
latent damage
strict liability
the Consumer's Protection Act 1987
occupier's risks
arbitration. Appendices. Index.