NZS 3910:2023 Dispute Resolution Process: The Full Guide (Negotiation, Mediation, Adjudication)

Описание: NZS 3910:2023 Dispute Resolution Ladder Explained (Independent Certifier, Mediation, Arbitration)

Disputes happen in construction, but the new NZS 3910:2023 gives us a crystal-clear roadmap for what to do! This video breaks down the entire contractual dispute process laid out in Clause 13, from the crucial role of the Independent Certifier (IC) to the final step of Arbitration.

We walk you through the escalation ladder (negotiation → mediation → arbitration) and tackle the HUGE question: Where does Adjudication fit in?

Protect your project, your budget, and your relationships by understanding the "Keep the Wheels Turning" rule (Clause 13.4) and the difference between contractual and statutory rights.

➡️ Watch now to master the new NZS 3910:2023 dispute process!

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NZS 3910:2023 Dispute Resolution Process: The Full Guide | Arbitration vs. Adjudication

Look, nobody wants a dispute, but in the New Zealand construction industry, disagreements are a reality. The NZS 3910:2023 Conditions of Contract provides a structured, multi-step process for resolving these issues, and knowing it is critical for protecting your project and cash flow.

In this comprehensive guide, we map out the exact path mandated by the new NZS 3910 standard, thinking of it as an escalation ladder designed to resolve problems at the lowest, fastest, and cheapest level first.

Here's what we cover:

The Critical Checkpoint: How the Independent Certifier (IC)'s formal decision (Clause 6.2.2) acts as the official trigger for a formal dispute.

The Collaborative Rungs: Walking through mandatory Negotiation and the guided process of Mediation.

The Final Step: Everything you need to know about legally binding Arbitration (Clause 13.3).

The Golden Rule: Understanding the "Keep the Wheels Turning" principle (Clause 13.4) – work and payments DO NOT STOP!

Adjudication Explained: We clearly define the difference between contractual Arbitration and statutory Adjudication under the Construction Contracts Act (CCA), and how they run on separate parallel tracks.

This is a must-watch for contractors, principals, and project managers working under the new NZS 3910:2023. Don't just know the map. Be prepared to walk the path.

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Time stamp
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:31 Disagreement
00:01:18 Dispute Resolution Path
00:02:06 First Checkpoint
00:02:57 Negotiation Mediation - Collaborative Steps
00:04:49 Final Step - Arbitration
00:05:29 What about Adjudication
00:06:07 Arbitration Vs Adjudication
00:06:58 Key Takeaways