A Living Document
Design / Construction / Commissioning / Handover / Occupation / Modifications / Annual Reviews
The Evolution of an O&M Manual
From Project Commencement to Final Handover
An Operation & Maintenance Manual is never be regarded as a collection of documents assembled during the final few weeks of a project.
A professionally produced O&M Manual evolves with the project.
From the first design information and technical submissions through construction, commissioning and final handover, the Manual should progressively develop into an accurate record of what has actually been designed, installed, tested and handed over.
The Building changed - did the manual ?
The Manualwriter manages that evolution
A properly managed O&M Manual is a Living Document.
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When the building changes, the Manual changes.
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When equipment is replaced, its information is replaced.
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When systems are altered, descriptions and drawings are revised.
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When new certification is produced, it is incorporated.
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When maintenance requirements change, the relevant information is updated.
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When refurbishment takes place, the documentation evolves to record the new installation.
The objective is simple
The O&M Manual describes the building as it exists today — not as it existed on the day it was handed over.
Created by S.Cooper
Because buildings never stand still
Eric J Cooper
Son of The Black Country
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