Basis of Design
A record of the criteria, standards and assumptions a design is based on, such as design conditions and the owner's stated requirements.
What it means for your firm
When a system underperforms, the documented basis of design often decides whether the issue is a design error or conditions beyond what the design was based on.
Owner requirements above a code or industry minimum are worth confirming in writing.
General definition for education only. It is not an interpretation of any policy or contract, and it is not legal advice. The wording of your own policy and contract controls. Policies and definitions vary by insurance company.
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