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Hi Colleaques
This topic is very interesting and call for care from the Contractors. i agreed with Mike that Engineers Approval does not absolve the Contractor of the consequences of incorrect setting out levels.
It is worthy to note in FIDIC (1992 Edition) red book Clause 17.1 (a &b) that it is Contractors responsibility the accuracy of setting out of the Works
You may read further of the last paragraph o this Clause that the checking of any setting-out or of any line by the Engineer shall not in any way relieve the Contractor of his obligations for the accuracy under the contract.
Cheers guy
Hi Abhijit
Usually the contractor is responsible for setting out his works.
Unless there are express terms in the contract the engineers approval does not absolve the contractor of the consquences of incorrect levels.
He must fix the problem quickly or he will be blamed for the delays.
Best regards
Mike Testro
Is it EPC contract?
If yes then fault of contractor.
Contractor have to bear expenses.
If design and drawings are supplied by the client then contracto can go for extension of time/ if thr is cluase for claims, then for claims as well.
cheers,
Abhi