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Appointor
UK BIM Alliance responding to the inconsistency between current guidance of CIC BIM Protocol, Second Edition 2018 and ISO 19650 Framework published updated Information protocol to support BS EN
Competent person
Aperson who possesses sufficient technical knowledge, relevant practical skills and experience for the nature of the electrical work undertaken and is able at all times to prevent danger and,where appropriate,
Project Information Standards
Project Information standards shall be covered within the BIM Execution Plan (BEP). Standards In line with BIM Goals and Uses to ensure continuity that information containers are structured, coordinated, managed
individual thing
the concept that classifies any real-world or imaginary thing that has an individuality that is not dependent on a commonality between things Note 1 to entry: This standard is about kinds
Uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is used to maintain the supply to an essential service duringmains supply outages. On loss ofmains supply,a storage device in the UPS (battery) continues to
acceptance criteria
evidence required for considering that requirements have been fulfilled [cited from ISO 19650-2:2018(en), 3.1.1.1] Information issued via the Common Data Environment (CDE) must comply with Project Information Requirements (PIR) outlined
Security Management Plan
A document (or part of a document) identified in the Information Particulars setting out the security requirements for carrying out the Works in a security-minded way, including any policies, protocols,
BS 11000‑2:2017
Collaborative business relationship management systemsPart 2: Guide to implementing BS ISO 44001

Project Template_RVT_2022
Revit Electrical Project Template 2022 v22.2.1 Template For: Electrical Engineers, Bim Managers, Electrical Designers Setup: Typically 2–4 hours — quicker for experienced users. View Details Technical Details Released: Apr 29,
identification
The “identification” is ISO 19650 term equivalent to PAS 1192 term ‘naming’
verification
confirmation, through the provision of objective evidence, that specified requirements have beenfulfilled [SOURCE: BS EN 17412‑1:2020] Verification is the process of checking that the product/service meets the specification, it will
Federated Information Model
Computer science and IT In the fields of computer science and information technology, a federated information model refers to a structure where data is stored across multiple independent systems but can

Document Naming Strategy
DOCUMENT NAMING STRATEGY All information in the PD Revit Template follows PROJECT DESIGN (IO) standards. the For one-page drawing naming strategy, please refer to free download E-5161 OnePage Naming Strategy
BS EN ISO 19650-5:2020
Organization and digitization of information about buildings and civil engineering works, including building information modelling (BIM) Information management using building information modelling Part 5: Security-minded approach to information management
Trigger Event
Trigger Events are the occurrences during the life of an asset that causes new or updated information to be required.There are two types of trigger event: Foreseen – planned for
Last Planner System®
The collaborative, commitment-based planning system that integrates “should-canwill-did planning” (pull planning, make-ready look-ahead planning with constraint analysis, weekly work planning based upon reliable promises, and learning based upon analysis of
interoperability
the ability of two or more systems* to exchange information and to use the information that has been exchanged. definition adapted from the one contained in ‘ISO/TS 27790:2009, Health informatics—
4D Modeling
4D Modelling also referred to as 4D BIM, when supported by existing planning techniques, can improve project delivery times and schedules. To make the gains possible, all project members must
Virtual Design and Construction
Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) is the use of design models and project information to apply construction processes in a virtual environment to reduce time, cost, and ensure design intent.
Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment (FFE)
Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment (FFE) a systems furniture layout within an asset
security breach
infraction or violation of security (3.7) [1] 1 Online Browsing Platform (OBP) [WWW Document], n.d. URL https://www.iso.org/obp/ui#search (accessed 4.10.21).
IDM standard
BS EN ISO 29481-1 Building information models – Information delivery manual (IDM) PD ISO/TS 12911:201
BS 8541-5:2015
Library objects for architecture, engineering and construction Part 5: Assemblies – Code of practice Note: ISO 22014 and ISO 22057 are under development tosupersede BS 8541, parts 1-6.
taxonomy
A system for naming and organizing a set of words or phrases, into groups that share similar qualities, used for organising information and primarily intended for browsing. In BIM contexts
EXPRESS specification
formal specification is provided in the EXPRESS language. BS EN ISO 23387:2020

BS EN ISO 19650-2 UK National Annex (NA) 2021 status and use reference table
Status Code Used For Action by Information State (at any project stage): Work in progress (WIP) S0 Information developed within a task team [C], [B]* Information State (at any project
BS 7799‑3:2017
Information security management systemsPart 3: Guidelines for information security risk management (revision of BS ISO/IEC 27005:2011)
Thermal resistivity of the soil rating factor (Cs)
The rating factor Cs is applied to cable sizing calculations for cable installed in the ground. Its value varies according to the thermal resistivity of the soil in which the
information exchange
verb act of satisfying an information requirement (3.3.2) or part thereof [cited from ISO 19650-1:2018(en), 3.3.7]
breakdown structure
decomposition of a defined scope into progressively more detailed levels
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

BS ISO 8000-2:2020
Data quality Part 2: Vocabulary ISO 8000 is an emerging technology standard for organizations that want to improve business processes and control operating costs throughout the product life cycle from
Globally Unique Identifier (GUID)
globally unique identifier (GUID) its a unique object identifier that guarantees its uniqueness throughout its entire life unique, the identifier is usually generated using an algorithm a unique identifier generated
Appointing party
Appointing party term introduced in BS EN ISO 19650 it is meant to replace PAS 1192 term ‘Employer’ ISO 19650 term depends on where in the hierarchy the employer is
class
description of a set of objects that share the same characteristics Note 1 to entry: The characteristics may be embodied by the use of properties, operations, methods, relations, semantics, etc.Note
business process modelling notation (BPMN)
Business Process Modelling Notation (BPMN) is a flow chart method for modelling the steps of a planned business process from beginning to end. It is a critical component of Business
carbon sink
A carbon sink is a natural or artificial reservoir that captures and stores morecarbon than it releases. Examples include forests, oceans, soil and potentially timber buildings. We need these reservoirs
National digital twin
An ecosystem of digital twins connected via securely shared data. https://www.cdbb.cam.ac.uk/DFTG/GeminiPrinciples
The Centre for Digital Built Britain
The Centre for Digital Built Britain (CDBB) CDBB is a partnership between the University of Cambridge and The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS). It is the custodian
collaboration
a deliberate approach to working together on an agreed common purpose within functional, organisational, geographic, or organisational boundaries. Collaboration often depends on a solid knowledge management culture to facilitate the exchange and
Fault
Acircuit condition in which current flows through an abnormal or unintended path. The fault current may flow from line to line (phase fault) or line to earth (earth fault).
Pre-contract BEP
On projects where ISO 19650 Framework has implemented a term, Pre-appointment BEP is used instead of the PAS 1192 term Pre-contract BEP. The meaning is the same, it communicates on
Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)
Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC). All necessary heating, ventilation air-conditioning and specialty equipment, including air distribution ducts for supply, return, and ventilation and exhaust ducts, including control system, registers, diffusers,
Facility Lifecycle
This refers to the time span stretching from a building’s conception to demolition including the five distinctive phases (Planning, Design, Construction, Operations, and Disposition).1 1 The Massachusetts Port Authority, 2015.

Arc Fault Detection Devices (AFDDs)
Arc Fault Detection Devices (AFDDs) in the UK: Technical Requirements and Implementation Executive Summary Arc Fault Detection Devices (AFDDs) represent a significant advancement in electrical fire safety. This whitepaper provides
Z2
Z2 – That part of the earth fault loop impedance which comprises the impedance under earth fault conditions of the circuit protective conductor (cpc) of the circuit under consideration.
Semi-enclosed fuse rating factor (Cf)
The rating factor Cf = 0.725 is applied to cable sizing calculations for any circuit protected by a semi-enclosed fuse to BS3036.

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

PAS 1192 vs ISO 19650 terms
Quick reference guide In here you can find a quick reference guide with PAS1192 and ISO 19650 terminology comparison. PAS references (superseded) ISO References (current) Pre-contract BEP Pre-appointment BEP Post-contract
