Utah Contractor Practice Exam

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What type of events does the clause "THE CONTRACTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DELAYS CAUSED BY WEATHER, EARTHQUAKES, FLOODS, OR OTHER ACTS OF GOD" limit liability for?

Suppliers not delivering materials on time
A labor strike
Heavy rains
Lack of working capital

The correct answer is: Heavy rains

The clause "THE CONTRACTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DELAYS CAUSED BY WEATHER, EARTHQUAKES, FLOODS, OR OTHER ACTS OF GOD" specifically limits the contractor's liability for unforeseen environmental events that can cause significant disruptions to construction schedules. This includes various severe weather conditions, natural disasters, and other uncontrollable circumstances that fall under the category of "acts of God." Heavy rains, which may not be the only factor but certainly fall under severe weather conditions, can hinder construction activities, damage materials on-site, or make it unsafe for workers to proceed. Consequently, this clause explicitly protects the contractor from delays arising from such events, as they are beyond the contractor's control and are pivotal in the realm of construction management and risk allocation. The other options, such as a labor strike or suppliers not delivering materials, are related to issues that could be managed or mitigated by the contractor and are therefore not covered by this particular clause. Lack of working capital is a financial issue rather than an external event affecting the construction timeline.