Overview
The effective operation of a complex asset such as a building relies on the availability of accurate information about the asset itself, and an understanding of the business it serves. Much of the information about the asset is delivered at handover of the construction project to the client.
This guide covers the various documentation delivered and activities carried out at handover of a building, with particular focus on operating and maintenance (O&M) manuals. The O&M manual is the key part of the information needed during operation of a building, and as such is discussed here in detail. Historically, having all the desired information available on completion of a construction project has often been problematic, but by following a clear process of identification and route planning, the operators will be in a much better shape from handover.
An editable Word version of the appendices is attached to the pdf of the guide.
This guide replaces BG 1/2007 Handover, O&M Manuals, and Project Feedback
On the 7th April 2021, an amendment was made to this guide. The words “class of manual” have been changed to “level of detail in the manual