FIDIC Silver Book EPC Turnkey Projects

Unlock the FIDIC Silver Book – Deliver EPC Turnkey Projects with Confidence

ECS is proud to offer our FIDIC Silver Book Training Course, designed to give professionals a comprehensive understanding of this widely used contract for EPC turnkey projects.

Why attend?
⍟ The FIDIC Silver Book is a key contract document where contractors take on significant design and construction risk. This course will equip you to:
⍟ Navigate and apply the Silver Book provisions effectively
⍟ Manage risk allocation in EPC turnkey projects
Resolve disputes efficiently and proactively
⍟ Deliver successful, on-time, and on-budget projects

⍟ 3rd - 4th September
⍟ R6 890.00 ex VAT, incl training material
⍟ MS Teams
⍟ Book your place NOW! training@ecs.co.za / +27 11 803 3008

Whether you’re a project manager, contract administrator, engineer, or legal professional, this course provides the tools and confidence to work with EPC turnkey project contracts effectively.

Target Audience: Professionals involved in construction projects, such as engineers, project
managers, contract administrators, lawyers specializing in construction law, and other stakeholders
engaged in infrastructure development. These individuals may work in various capacities within
contracting firms, consulting agencies, government bodies, or private enterprises. The course aims
to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the FIDIC Silver Book, a widely used
contract document governing turnkey projects, enabling them to effectively navigate its provisions,
manage risks, resolve disputes, and ensure successful project delivery.

Course Objectives:
 Ensure participants grasp the fundamental concepts, terminology, and structure of the
FIDIC Silver Book, including its clauses, appendices, and annexes.
 Enable participants to apply the provisions of the FIDIC Silver Book to real-world
construction projects, covering aspects such as project management, risk allocation,
variations, claims, and dispute resolution.
 Familiarize participants with the administrative requirements and responsibilities involved in
implementing FIDIC Silver Book contracts, including documentation, communications,
certification, and payments.
 Provide participants with insights into the mechanisms for resolving disputes under the
FIDIC Silver Book, including negotiation, mediation, adjudication, and arbitration, fostering
the skills necessary for efficient dispute resolution.

 Illustrate key concepts and principles through practical case studies and examples drawn
from real-world FIDIC Silver Book projects, allowing participants to contextualize their
learning and develop problem-solving skills.
 Regulatory Compliance: Ensure participants are aware of relevant legal and regulatory
requirements impacting FIDIC Silver Book contracts, enabling them to navigate legal
frameworks and compliance obligations effectively.

Course Content:
Foundations and Framework
 Introduction to EPC: Explore the basics and purpose of EPC contracts.
 Contract Options Suite: Examine various contract options and their applications.
 Introduction to FIDIC Silver Books: Overview of FIDIC Silver Books and their role in
projects.
 Standard FIDIC Terms: Define and understand key FIDIC terms.
 General Clauses: Review the structure and purpose of general clauses in contracts.
 Notices and Communication: Understand formal procedures and requirements for effective
communication.

Employer and Contractor Responsibilities
 Care and Supply of Documents
 Employer’s Use of Contractor’s Documents
 Access and Possession (Employer’s and Contractor’s perspectives)
 Employer’s Personnel and Contractors
 Employer’s Financial Agreements
 Site Data and Employer’s Supply Material
 Appointment and Instructions
 Agreement and Determination

Risk, Time Management, and Resolution
 Contractor’s Obligations: Key, deliverables and duties.
 Progress Reports
 Unforeseeable Conditions: Addressing unexpected challenges.
 Design, Commencement, and Time for Completion
 Programme: Scheduling and planning.
 Advance Warning, EOT, and Damages
 Performance Certificate
 Termination and Force Majeure
 Claims Procedure and Disputes and Arbitration
 Ethical Compliance

Training Methodology:
 Interactive lectures
 Group discussionsE
 Case studies and real-life examples
 Hands-on exercises

 Pre- and post-assessment
Assessment:
• Pre-assessment: Completion before the training session
• Post-assessment: Completion after the training session
• Minimum pass mark: 80% in the post-assessment

Certification:
• Certificate of Successful Completion will be issued upon achieving the minimum pass mark in
the post-assessment.