Severity The severity level of a failure can be one of: • Total: the asset’s performance has decreased to a point where the asset no longer performs at its required level. The asset has completely failed. • Partial: the asset’s performance has decreased to a point where it no longer performs one of its functions at the specified levels. The asset is still functioning. • Potential: a condition has been noticed that would result in a failure if the problem is not resolved. Potential failures are most often reported when an indicator reading raises an alarm against the asset. See Also Type Failure types and classifications allow failures to be grouped and categorized for reporting purposes. Select the type and classification that apply to the failure mode. See Also Classification Failure types and classifications allow failures to be grouped and categorized for reporting purposes. Select the type and classification that apply to the failure mode. See Also
