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Zero to Hero: FIDIC Contract 1999 - Red Book -

Name: Zero to Hero: FIDIC Contract 1999 - Red Book -
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Mastering FIDIC Red Book 1999: Essential Guide for Construction Professionals

Created byJ D

Last updated 6/2025

English

What you'll learn

Understanding FIDIC Contract Principles 1999
Applying FIDIC Contract Clauses 1999
Effective Contract Management and Administration:
Case Studies and Real-world Examples:

Course content

20 sections • 162 lectures • 17h 7m total length

Sub Clause 1.2- Interpretation6:21
Sub Clause 1.3 - Communication6:45
Sub Clause 1.4 - Law and Language6:56
Sub Clause 1.5 - Priority of Documents5:48
Sub Clause 1.6 - Contract Agreement6:41
Sub Clause 1.7 - Assignment7:10
Sub Clause 1.8 - Care and Supply of Documents7:14
Sub Clause 1.9 - Delayed Drawings or Instructions6:33
Sub Clause 1.10 - Employer's Use of Contractor's Documents6:35
Sub Clause 1.11 - Contractor's Use of Employer's Documents6:38
Sub Clause 1.12 - Confidential Details7:15
Sub Clause 1.13 - Compliance with Laws7:29
Sub Clause 1.14 - Joint and Several Liability6:37
Clause 1

Sub Clause 4.1 - Contractor's General Obligations7:12
Sub Clause 4.2 - Performance Security6:39
Sub Clause 4.3 - Contractor's Representative6:39
Sub Clause 4.4 - Subcontractors6:51
Sub Clause 4.5 - Assignment of Benefit of Subcontract6:23
Sub Clause 4.6 - Co-operation6:44
Sub Clause 4.7 - Setting Out6:52
Sub Clause 4.8 - Safety Procedures6:32
Sub Clause 4.9 - Quality Assurance6:18
Sub Clause 4.10 - Site Data6:07
Sub Clause 4.11 - Sufficiency of the Accepted Contract Amount6:01
Sub Clause 4.12 - Unforeseeable Physical Conditions6:35
Sub Clause 4.13 - Rights of Way and Facilities6:50
Sub Clause 4.14 - Avoidance of interference6:26
Sub Clause 4.15 - Access Route5:51
Sub Clause 4.16 - Transport of Goods6:14
Sub Clause 4.17 - Contractor's Equipment5:50
Sub Clause 4.18 - Protection of the Environment6:27
Sub Clause 4.19 - Electricity, Water and Gas6:16
Sub Clause 4.20 - Employer's Equipment and Free-Issue Material6:10
Sub Clause 4.21 - Progress Reports5:51
Sub Clause 4.22 - Security of the Site5:37
Sub Clause 4.23 - Contractor's Operations on Site6:00
Sub Clause 4.24 - Fossils5:18
Clause 4

Sub Clause 6.1 - Engagement of Staff and Labour7:29
Sub Clause 6.2 - Rates of Wages and Conditions of Labour6:34
Sub Clause 6.3 - Persons in the Service of Employer7:00
Sub Clause 6.4 - Labour Laws7:04
Sub Clause 6.5 - Working Hours6:50
Sub Clause 6.6 - Facilities for Staff and Labour7:06
Sub Clause 6.7 - Health and Safety6:57
Sub Clause 6.8 - Contractor's Superintendence6:39
Sub Clause 6.9 - Contractor's Personnel6:53
Sub Clause 6.10 - Records of Contractor's Personnel and Equipment7:15
Sub Clause 6.11 - Disorderly Conduct6:31
Clause 6

Sub Clause 8.1 - Commencement of Works6:06
Sub Clause 8.2 - Time for Completion7:34
Sub Clause 8.3 - Programme6:44
Sub Clause 8.4 - Extension of Time for Completion6:38
Sub Clause 8.5 - Delays Caused by Authorities6:29
Sub Clause 8.6 - Rate of Progress6:32
Sub Clause 8.7 - Delay Damages6:49
Sub Clause 8.8 - Suspension of Work6:32
Sub Clause 8.9 - Consequences of Suspension6:11
Sub Clause 8.10 - Payment for Plant and Materials in Event of Suspension6:27
Sub Clause 8.11 - Prolonged Suspension6:20
Sub Clause 8.12 - Resumption of Work6:19
Clause 8

Requirements

Absolutely NONE! This course is designed for everyone, whether you’re a complete beginner or already working with FIDIC contracts. No prior knowledge of FIDIC, contracts, or construction law is required. All you need is: 1- A willingness to learn 2- Curiosity about FIDIC contracts A desire to master Clause 2 like a pro That’s it! We’ll take you step by step from the basics to advanced concepts, so you can confidently apply FIDIC principles in real-world projects. Ready to go from Zero to Hero? Let’s get started

Description

The FIDIC Red Book 1999 appears everywhere in construction: in contracts, meetings, correspondence, claims, and commercial decisions. But reading the clauses is not the same as knowing how to apply them correctly on a live project. Handling a variation, issuing a notice, managing an extension of time, or protecting a payment entitlement all require more than basic familiarity.

That gap is where costly mistakes happen. This course is built to close it.

Designed for working construction professionals, this course takes you from zero to confident with a practical, clause-by-clause understanding of the FIDIC Red Book 1999 and how it actually works during project delivery. No dry legal theory. No abstract commentary. Just practical contract knowledge you can apply immediately on site, in meetings, in submissions, and in day-to-day administration.

Why this course stands out

This is not a generic overview of FIDIC. It is a focused, practical, and professionally relevant FIDIC Red Book 1999 course built for people who need to use the contract correctly in real project situations.

Every part of this course is designed to help you think the way strong contract professionals think:

Contractually
Procedurally
Practically
Under project pressure
With sound commercial judgment

Instead of just reading clauses, you will learn how to apply them in realistic construction scenarios involving time, payment, variations, notices, risk events, claims, and dispute prevention.

What you will master

This course covers every major area needed to build real confidence in the FIDIC Red Book 1999, including:

The roles of the Employer, Engineer, and Contractor
Contract structure and administration principles
Extensions of Time (EOT)
Variations and Valuation
Payment mechanisms
Sub-Clause 20.1 claims procedures
Notice requirements
Risk allocation
Defects Liability
Suspension
Termination
Dispute Resolution
Common contract administration mistakes and how to avoid them

You will not just learn what the clauses say. You will learn how they operate in practice across the real lifecycle of a construction project.

After this course, you will be able to

Understand the full structure and philosophy of the FIDIC Red Book 1999 with real clarity
Interpret and apply key clauses more confidently on live projects
Administer time, payment, and variation provisions more effectively
Handle claims and notices in stronger compliance with contractual requirements
Reduce contractual risk and help prevent disputes before they escalate
Communicate with engineers, contractors, and employers from a position of greater contractual confidence

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for:

Civil engineers
Project managers
Contract administrators
Claims engineers
Quantity surveyors
Commercial managers
Commercial consultants
Construction professionals working on FIDIC Red Book 1999 projects
Beginners who want a practical entry point into FIDIC contract administration

No prior FIDIC experience is required. If you already have basic construction knowledge and want to build real contractual confidence, this course is designed for you.

Why this course matters

Strong knowledge of the FIDIC Red Book 1999 does more than help you understand contract wording. It helps you protect entitlements, follow the right procedures, reduce avoidable disputes, and perform with greater confidence in high-value project environments.

Professionals who truly understand FIDIC contracts are more valuable because they know how to manage the contract proactively, not reactively.

That is exactly the capability this course is designed to build.

Hands-on. Clause-by-clause. Built for professionals who need to use the Red Book, not just read it.

If you want a practical, structured, and real-world way to master the FIDIC Red Book 1999, this course gives you the clarity, confidence, and project-ready understanding you need.

Enroll now and start building the contractual confidence that will stay with you on every FIDIC project you work on.

Who this course is for:

This course is designed for individuals involved in the construction and engineering industries who want to develop a comprehensive understanding of FIDIC Contracts and enhance their skills in contract management, administration, negotiation, and risk mitigation. Whether you're a project manager, engineer, architect, legal professional, contract administrator, or working in a related role, this course is tailored to provide valuable insights and practical knowledge to help you navigate the complexities of FIDIC Contracts.

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Clause 1 : General Provisions13 lectures • 1hr 28min

Clause 2 : Employer5 lectures • 30min

Clause 3 : The Engineer5 lectures • 34min

Clause 4 : The Contractor24 lectures • 2hr 32min

Clause 5 -Nominated Subcontractor4 lectures • 30min

Clause 6 - Staff and Labour11 lectures • 1hr 16min

Clause 7 - Plant, Materials and Workmanship8 lectures • 50min

Clause 8 - Commencement Delays and Suspension12 lectures • 1hr 19min

Clause 9 - Tests on Completion4 lectures • 25min

Clause 10 - Employer's Taking Over4 lectures • 26min

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