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  • cabinetman
    Gone but not Forgotten RIP
    • Jun 2006
    • 15218
    • So. Florida
    • Delta

    Project Liability

    Project liability should be an initial issue when considering taking on a project. Some projects, while seemingly simple, may well be left for those with direct experience. Likewise in doing repairs, competent craftsmanship can make the difference between a good repair and a questionable one.

    A deck over water collapsed last night at a local restaurant. The story here. Questions will no doubt come up about the reasons for the collapse. Was the original construction faulty? Was the deck at risk due to lack of maintenance or age? Should the deck have been replaced at some time in the past? Was the establishment at fault for allowing too many people to use it? Was the establishment ever informed what would be a safe capacity?

    There are questions that you could ask yourself when considering a project. It's great to get paid for the work, but being qualified matters. There is liability involved even if the work was done as a favor. From simple ones, like hanging a fan, fixing a chair, or swapping out a wall switch/outlet, to building kitchens or entertainment centers. Providing the user with a safe and functional project is paramount.

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  • Carpenter96
    Established Member
    • Aug 2011
    • 178
    • Barrie ON Canada
    • BT 3000

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    Liability

    It is amazing how many people do not even think about how their work could affect the health of people. I tell my students all the time that you must have liability insurance and if you do not have the knowledge to do something ask (or pay) someone who does. Regards Bob

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