ABSTRACT
The principal contractor will provide them with all reasonable facilities in order that their designated duties can be performed properly. They are not employed in the capacity of the architect's or engineer's representative, since employment is solely for inspection purposes. The costs of opening up the works for this purpose will be borne by the contractor if the inspection or tests show that it is not in accordance with the contract. In practice, therefore, the principal contractor must receive many such statements or instructions from the clerk or inspector of works in good faith. The combination of ensuring that the contractor complies with the statutory regulations and the specification of the works that have been described should result in a construction project that achieves the desired standards and quality that were expected. It is important that the principal contractor and subcontractors use appropriately qualified labour. The workforce should be registered card holders under the Construction Skills Certification Scheme.
