Early Works Agreement Template for South Africa

1. Health and Safety: Detailed health and safety requirements when the early works involve significant site activities

2. Environmental Management: Environmental obligations when the works have potential environmental impacts

3. Security Requirements: Site security provisions for sensitive locations or high-value works

4. Quality Assurance: Specific quality control requirements for complex technical works

5. Intellectual Property: IP provisions when design or technical development is part of early works

6. Local Content Requirements: Local content and BBBEE requirements for public sector or regulated projects

7. Force Majeure: Force majeure provisions where early works period is extended

8. Step-in Rights: Principal's right to step in where early works are critical to project timeline

1. Schedule 1 - Scope of Early Works: Detailed description of authorized works, specifications, and drawings

2. Schedule 2 - Program: Timeline and milestones for the early works

3. Schedule 3 - Pricing and Payment Schedule: Detailed breakdown of prices and payment terms

4. Schedule 4 - Site Access and Requirements: Site details, access conditions, and working hours

5. Schedule 5 - Key Personnel: Details of key personnel and their roles

6. Schedule 6 - Insurance Requirements: Specific insurance types and coverage levels required

7. Schedule 7 - Forms and Procedures: Standard forms for notices, variations, and certificates

8. Appendix A - Site Plans: Relevant site plans and drawings

9. Appendix B - Technical Specifications: Detailed technical requirements and standards

10. Appendix C - SHEQ Requirements: Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality requirements