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Gateway (Parallel)
[And] When used to split the sequence flow, all outgoing branches are activated at the same time. When parallel branches are merged, it waits for all incoming branches to complete
Circuit protective device (CPD)
A fuse or circuit-breaker providing overload and fault current protection.
Technical Committee (TC)
a Technical Committee (TC), which develops standards in a certain sector or industry; https://www.iso.org/glossary.html
Capital delivery phase
Delivery phase [ISO1950] Delivery phase is a simplification of capital/delivery phase without making any assumption about how the project funding is being treated in financial accounting
Secondary Supply – diverse cable route
This guidance covers the routing of secondary supply cables from a life safety generator to the ATS (Automatic Transfer Switch), and the final equipment with reference to:
BS 7671:2018+A2:2022, specifically Section 560: Safety Services
BS 8519:2020, with emphasis on Clause 7 (Cable Routing) and Clause 11 (Cable Selection)
The goal: clarify requirements for the diverse cable routing and maintain circuit integrity under fire conditions for systems that support life safety and fire-fighting applications, such as sprinkler pumps, fire-fighting lifts, and smoke control systems.
BIM Use
A Use Case is a description of an intended use of the BIM, along with a description of the type(s) of data that must be in the BIM in order
consensus
general agreement, characterized by the absence of sustained opposition to substantial issues by any important part of the concerned interests and by a process that involves seeking to take into
Workset
A workset is a collection of elements in a work shared Revit project. The purpose of worksets is to enable multiple users to work on the same project and facilitate
ontology
An ontology is a set of rules that make it possible to link data on a semantic level. Means the unstructured, semi-structured data can be read and encoded by computers.
SPD Protection Device Ratings for Main Switchboards
SPD Protection Device Ratings for UK Main Switchboards: A Practical Guide Based on extensive research of UK standards, manufacturer specifications, and industry practices, here are practical “rule of thumb” protection
BS ISO 21500:2012
Guidance on project management ISO 21500 describes guidelines for managing projects and processes in project management, including standards, methods, and processes. The standard is intended to align with related international
Navigating Construction Projects with Incomplete Building Services Design: Real-world Solutions Wanted 🛠️
Here is my list of reasons why so often we have incomplete Building Services Design before the project starts construction: Incomplete Building Services Design (BSD) before the commencement of construction
Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
RIBA Plan Of Work 2020 0 – Strategic Definition is about determining the best means of achieving the client’s requirements. An open mind is required because a building might not
validation
confirmation, through the provision of objective evidence, that the requirements for a specific intendeduse or application have been fulfilled [SOURCE: BS EN 17412‑1:2020] For example, it is the process of
Design-Bid-Build
A contract type There is a sequential award of two separate contracts; the first contract is for design services; the second contract is for construction; design and construction of the
Gateway (Exclusive)
[XOR] When splitting, directs the sequence flow to one of the outgoing branches. When merging, it waits for one incoming branch to finish before starting the outgoing flow.[1] Symbol
Role
BIM roles are not necessarily related to specialist positions. It should be viewed as a function that could be fulfilled by more than one person and allow the transfer of
HVO Fuel
Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) is a renewable, diesel-type fuel made from vegetable oils and fats instead of crude oil.
Please can you confirm if the life system system has to be lidded?
Please can you confirm if the life system system has to be lidded? There is no requirement for the life system to be lidded. A lid is effectively required
TC 59
Technical Committee – Buildings and civil engineering works https://www.iso.org/committee/49070.html
Work standards and workflows
Project management focuses on project completion by the execution of various processes. Most of the workflows comprising repetitive tasks can be optimised by applying workflow management systems. Automation-optimized business processes
AD Hoc Group (AHG)
AD HOC GROUP (AHG) Group set up within a committee to look into a particular problem and report back to the parent committee at a meeting. The group is disbanded after
Information delivery cycle
It is a term introduced first in PAS 1192 and updated in ISO 19650 framework, it depicts the process of specifying and delivery of project and asset information summarised in
UK National Annex 2021 Discipline vs Role
The field ‘Role’ has been renamed ‘Discipline’ in the most recent edition of BS EN ISO-2 19650-2:2018 NA February 2021. The previously used role codes, derived from BS 1192:2007, had
blockchain
The blockchain is a transaction database shared by all nodes involved in the system based on the Bitcoin protocol. It is a data structure consisting of linked blocks (e.g. confirmed
definition
representation of a concept by a descriptive statement which serves to differentiate it from related concepts Note 1 to entry: A definition may be expressed as natural language text (a textual
Tier 1
In the construction industry, Tier 1 is a Contractor referred in ISO 19650 as the Lead appointed party, who provide goods or services directly to the ultimate client. The Tier
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
The industrial IoT (IIoT) forms an integral part of Industry 4.0, and smart manufacturing refers to interconnected sensors, and other input/output devices linked to manufacturing applications, supporting industrial automation and
suitability
degree to which a product, system or information provides functions that meet stated and implied needs when used under specified conditions [cited from: ISO/IEC 25010:2011(en), 4.2.1, added word ‘information’] appropriateness
PAS 1192-7
The latest message related to PAS 1192-7 is a tweet from Paul Surin is that PAS1192-7 confirming that CPNI and BSI have agreed to cease the development of PAS 1192-7.
Information Protocol
The First Edition of the Building Information Model (BIM) Protocol published in 2013 identifies and puts into place specific obligations, liabilities and associated limitations on the use of the Building
BS EN ISO 23387:2020
Building information modelling (BIM) — Data templates for construction objects used in the life cycle of built assets Concepts and principles
purposeful
having a definite objective and strong desire to achieve it In the context of BIM, it describes a people-centric transformation, regarding information as an asset
Pool
A pool is a graphical representation of a collaboration participant. A pool serves as a container for the sequence flows that occur between activities (of a contained process). The sequence
BS ISO 44001:2017
Collaborative business relationship management systems Requirements and framework
Scope
Bid response should include a scope management plan containing all the tasks necessary for successful project delivery. The plan shall define the implementation and verification of workflows. A project should
BS ISO 55000:2014
Asset management Overview principles and terminology The ISO 55000 standard integrates with other essential management systems by outlining definitions and terminologies for asset management. Published under the International Organization for
Separation Gap for Primary and Secondary Life Safety Cable Trays Roof Installation)
UK electrical and fire safety standards do not prescribe a fixed minimum separation distance for roof-mounted life-safety cable trays. However, BS 7671, BS 8519, and BS 5839 collectively establish that life-safety circuits must be installed on dedicated containment and be either separated by barriers or adequately distanced to ensure circuit independence.
Data Association
A data association is used to move data between data objects, properties, and activity and process inputs and outputs. The association connector style can be used to visually represent data
client
actor (3.2.1) responsible for initiating a project and approving the brief [cited from ISO 19650-1:2018(en), 3.2.5] The UK BIM Alliance, responding to the inconsistency between the current guidance of CIC BIM Protocol,
efficiency
correlation between the outcome and the resources used a measure of the utilization of resources to realize a given objective Note 1 to entry: An activity is efficient if it minimizes
Integrated Project Delivery
Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) is a collaboration of all parties, systems and practices to optimize and maximize project success. Defined by the American Institute of Architects, IPD is typically applied
Insurance Backed Alliancing projects under the IPI model
Introduction Martin Davis member of the New Models of Construction Procurement (NMCP) Working Group and the Integrated Project Insurance (IPI) mentor describes the Integrated Project Insurance model (IPI) coupled up
interaction framework schema
a formal description of the rules with which an interaction framework must comply[1] 1 Online Browsing Platform (OBP) [WWW Document], n.d. URL https://www.iso.org/obp/ui#search (accessed 4.10.21).
model validation checklist
The example checklist consists of checks which assure quality within models and information, to eliminate errors and achieve desired project outcomes. Table 1 – Model Validation Checklist Check Definition Project
NWC
NWC is a cache file. “When you open a CAD file in Navisworks, by default, a corresponding cache file (NWC) is created, which contains all of the conversion details required
Common Data Environment (CDE)
ELI5-S1: BIM Basics E2: CDE Explained The purpose of using Common Data Environment (CDE) on a project is to provide the right person with the right information at the right
Mobilization Plan
A plan for the Mobilization of the Delivery Team’s resources in accordance with the Information Standard which is contained in the Appointment or, if no Mobilization Plan is contained in
