Common use of Rain Water, Surface Water, and Backup Clause in Contracts

Rain Water, Surface Water, and Backup. The Contractor shall protect all Work, including but not limited to excavations and trenches, from rain water, surface water, and back-up of drains and sewers. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, pumps, shoring, enclosures, and equipment necessary to protect and keep the Work free of water. Completed Work and stored products shall be suitably protected during inclement weather to allow Work to proceed in a timely fashion. Work planned, or in progress, should be performed to minimize impact of adverse weather conditions.