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Why would architects caution colleagues about issues of "means & methods" during construction?

AnswerJob safety is the sole responsibility of the contractor. In volunteering directions regarding construction methods or techniques where safety issues are involved, legal responsibility may be applied to the architect. While unintended, the architect may be held liable for accidents.

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