This course explains the communication obligations of clause 13, which are the main clauses dealing with communication in the contract. All NEC4 contracts try to encourage transparency and understanding between the various parties. Good communication is at the heart of the ECC and all NEC4 contracts.

After studying this course, you should be able to:-

1. Explain the main requirements of clause 13.
2. Show that good communication is at the heart of this contract in order to encourage transparency and understanding between the various parties.
3. Explain why the contract requires written, definitive instructions and communications.