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Legal implications of ISO 9000 QMS in standard forms of building contract

Legal implications of ISO 9000 QMS in standard forms of building contract Traditionally, clients’ expectations with regard to quality in construction works are ensured and upheld by building contracts. With the recent emergence of ISO 9000 quality management systems (QMS), however, the definition and assurance of quality have taken on a new dimension. Many contractors have since applied QMS in their organizations without understanding its intricate relationship with the building contract used. Examines the likely conflicts and compatibility between standard forms of building contract and QMS. An understanding of the possible legal obligations that may arise from adopting a QMS contractually will help contractors and clients protect their interests when defects arise. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Training for Quality Emerald Publishing

Legal implications of ISO 9000 QMS in standard forms of building contract

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Emerald Publishing
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Copyright © 1997 MCB UP Ltd. All rights reserved.
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0968-4875
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10.1108/09684879710188176
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Abstract

Traditionally, clients’ expectations with regard to quality in construction works are ensured and upheld by building contracts. With the recent emergence of ISO 9000 quality management systems (QMS), however, the definition and assurance of quality have taken on a new dimension. Many contractors have since applied QMS in their organizations without understanding its intricate relationship with the building contract used. Examines the likely conflicts and compatibility between standard forms of building contract and QMS. An understanding of the possible legal obligations that may arise from adopting a QMS contractually will help contractors and clients protect their interests when defects arise.

Journal

Training for Quality – Emerald Publishing

Published: Dec 1, 1997

Keywords: Construction industry; Contracts; ISO 9000; Legal matters; Quality systems

References

  • Quality Management in Construction ‐ Contractual Aspects
    CIRIA
  • ISO 9000: implementation problems in the construction industry
    Low S.P.
  • The practice of quality and quality assurance in the Singapore construction industry
    Low S.P.; Goh K.H.