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The Perfect Claim

Presented by Andy Hewitt FICCP, FCIOB, FCICES, FQSI

MODULE 8

Finalising the Claim

VIDEO 2

Substantiation

Substantiation

• Substantiation is required to prove that statements made, points relied on, facts

stated calculations and so on are true

• The standard of proof required is on the balance of probabilities
• Substantiation of cause and effect can be obtained from the project records
• Substantiation of the costs can be obtained from the:
• Project records
• Accounts and payroll

Substantiation

• Substantiation of entitlement is obtained from the contract
• Substantiation of principles may be obtained from recognised authorities
• Include substantiation within the claim Appendices
• Cross-reference the narrative to the substantiating documents

• Principles
• Exhibits and Appendices
• Cross-references

Summary