By wisdomwaveshub.com / September 22, 2025 Table of Contents Toggle ๐๏ธ Understanding the Dispute Avoidance/Adjudication Board (DAAB) under FIDIC 2017 Red Book๐๏ธ DAAB under FIDIC 2017 โ Block 1 (Sections 1โ2)IntroductionThe Construction Contract2017 day-to-day differencesFurther readingQuick videoFast facts๐๏ธ DAAB under FIDIC 2017 โ Block 2 (Sections 3โ4)The Conditions of ContractWho makes the initial call on cost/time?International ContractsWhatโs clearer in 2017?Further readingQuick videoFast facts๐๏ธ DAAB under FIDIC 2017 โ Block 3 (Sections 5โ6)The FIDIC Family of ContractsHow 2017 packages the documents (replacing 1999 โAppendix to Tenderโ)Philosophy carried into 2017โWho decides if the Employer must pay?โ โ 2017 pipelineDisputes โ Dispute Avoidance/Adjudication BoardFurther reading on Wisdom Waves HubQuick videosFast facts๐๏ธ DAAB under FIDIC 2017 โ Block 4 (Section 7)Principal Participants in ContractRiskThe EngineerClaims by the EmployerClaims by the ContractorFurther reading on Wisdom Waves HubQuick videosFast facts๐๏ธ DAAB under FIDIC 2017 โ Block 5 (Section 8)Clause 20: Claims & Clause 21: Disputes and ArbitrationClause 20.1 โ General (2017 update)Notice periodsRecordsNotice of detailed claim (2017 update)Dispute Avoidance/Adjudication Board (DAAB)Cost & cost benefitPerceived barriersFurther reading on Wisdom Waves HubQuick videosFast facts๐๏ธ DAAB under FIDIC 2017 โ Block 6 (Section 9)Clause 21.1 & 21.2 (2017 update to 1999 20.2 & 20.3)Disputes to DAAB (2017)DAAB Constitution (2017)Selection of members (2017 update)Qualities of DAAB membersBasic qualities required by DAAB membersExperienceContract knowledgeLanguage capabilityDispute resolution experienceProcedural knowledgeQualificationsAvailabilityImpartialIndependentLawyersTermination of DAAB membersFurther reading on Wisdom Waves HubQuick videosFast facts๐๏ธ DAAB under FIDIC 2017 โ Block 7 (Section 10)DAAB FrameworkGeneral Conditions of DAAB AgreementWarrantiesObligations of the DAAB MembersObligations of the PartiesPayment of DAAB MembersFurther reading on Wisdom Waves HubQuick videosFast facts๐๏ธ DAAB under FIDIC 2017 โ Block 8 (Sections 11โ14)Termination of DAABDefault of MemberDisputes (DAAB Agreement)Tripartite Agreement (DAAB Agreement)Further reading on Wisdom Waves HubFast factsMini checklist โ replace a member๐๏ธ DAAB under FIDIC 2017 โ Block 9 (Sections 14โ16)Clause 21.4 โ Obtaining a DAAB DecisionClause 21.7 โ Failure to Comply with a DAAB DecisionClause 21.8 โ Disputes to Arbitration (No DAAB in Place)Further reading on Wisdom Waves HubQuick videosFast facts๐๏ธ DAAB under FIDIC 2017 โ Block 10 (Section 17)Procedural RulesScope & flexibilityRegular meetings & first meetingStaying informed (routine documentation)Referral: notice, content & jurisdictionProcedural directions (typical contents)Hearings (if any)Powers often exercisedFurther reading on Wisdom Waves HubFast factsMini checklist โ draft your 21.4 Referral๐๏ธ DAAB under FIDIC 2017 โ Block 11 (Sections 18, 19, 21)18.0 DAAB HEARINGVenue & facilitiesLength & breaksFormality & witnessesAbsence & noticeDocuments at hearingDAABโs hearing protocolPost-hearing stepsDecision making & format19.0 ENFORCEMENT21.0 DAAB CHAIRPERSONFurther reading on Wisdom Waves HubHearing quick plan21.4 / 21.7 anchors Recent Visitors: 766 Dispute Adjudication Board procedures under FIDIC 2017 Red Book. Complete guide to DAB working, referral processes, and dispute resolution mechanisms. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content. View Membership Levels Already a member? Log in here