Title:
Expanding Responsibility Lines for the Engineer of Record — Case Studies on Responsibility in Repair Construction
Author(s):
David VanOcker
Publication:
Symposium Paper
Volume:
332
Issue:
Appears on pages(s):
53-62
Keywords:
Responsibility, engineer of record, specialty engineer, standard of care, unsafe structure, means & methods
DOI:
10.14359/51719124
Date:
7/1/2019
Abstract:
Evaluating and repairing concrete structures often extends the lines of responsibility of the Engineer of Record (EOR) beyond those traditionally encountered in new construction. Case studies are presented to illustrate how responsibility often broadens during major project stages:
a) evaluating existing structures;
b) establishing feasibility measures for repairing or strengthening existing structures; and
c) implementing repair/strengthening of existing structures.
Differing lines of responsibility are identified and compared to those customarily encountered in new concrete construction. Reference is made to the new Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair & Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures (ACI 562-16) and industry practice standards, identifying industry needs for parties engaged in concrete evaluation and repair projects.
Related References:
1. American Institute of Architects Contract Documents, B101 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner & Architect, www.aiacontracts.org
2. Engineers Joint Contract Documents Committee, E500 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner & Engineer for Professional Services, www.ejcdc.org
3. CE, March 2016, “The Obligation to ‘Hold Paramount’ the Safety of the Public”, p38, American Society of Civil Engineers, www.asce.org
4. CE, April 2016, “The Art of Shoring”, T. Nelson, S. Burnworth, p77, American Society of Civil Engineers, www.asce.org