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Section 4— Testing and Defects

Clause 42.3

Defects — Correction Period

Purpose

The Contractor corrects each notified defect before the end of the defect correction period. The period ends at the later of the date stated in the Contract Data or four weeks after Completion.

Practical Application

The defect correction period runs from Completion. All notified defects must be corrected within this window to avoid Employer remedy.

Common Pitfalls

If the defect is urgent or affects safety, the Contractor must correct it immediately regardless of the correction period. The PM may instruct immediate correction of critical defects.

Related Clauses

Clause 44.1

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