Multiple Classification

An AIM Workhub Object may have more than one Class:

In this example, the object has an Incidental Classification of FIRE HAZARD as well as an ‘Essential Classification’ of PUMP. When objects are shown in classified lists in the AIM Dashboard such objects will be listed twice – once under each class (whether the classification was Essential or Incidental).

An object may have any number of classes and classifications may be added at any time.

However, when an object has more than one class, these classes ought to be compatible. For example, an object might be classified as both a ROTARY PUMP and as the PRIMARY FEED PUMP. It would not make sense for an object to be classified as both a ROTARY PUMP and a P&ID DIAGRAM. Only objects that are classified at or below FUNCTIONAL ARTIFACT or DOCUMENT CONTENT can have further essential classifications. Furthermore, if an object is already classified at or below FUNCTIONAL ARTIFACT in the class hierarchy, then further classifications must also be at or below FUNCTIONAL ARTIFACT. The same applies to DOCUMENT CONTENT.