Common use of Custodyofwork Clause in Contracts

Custodyofwork. All work and materials before being finally taken over by Government will be the entire liability of the contractor for guarding, maintaining and making good any damages of an}' magnitude. It is however, to be understood that before taking over such work. Government will not put it to regular use as distinct from casual or incidental use, except as specially mentioned elsewhere in this contract or as mutually agreed to.