Deep copying building elements
The process of copying an element together with its associated items is known as deep copying. When deep copying a building element, associated items can optionally be included or excluded, such as:
• sub-building elements
• standard service plans (+ any divergent data)
• defects lists
• hazards
You can also specify the number of deep copies you want to make. This is especially useful if you are required to enter the same data multiple times.
 | You can deep copy building elements with a Disposed status. However, archived building elements cannot be deep copied. |
With the required authorization, you can deep copy building elements, using the following procedure:
Procedure
1. At the Assets selection level, select the building element you want to deep copy.
2. On the action panel, click Deep copy building element.
The Copying dialog box appears.
3. In the Property field, select a property to which the building element should be copied.
4. In the Number of copies field, type the required number of deep copies.
5. Select the check boxes of the associated items that you want to copy along with the selected building element.
6. Click OK.
The specified number of deep copies is made, including the selected items in each copy.
| | For more information on standard service plans (and linked deviations), defects lists or hazards, see Planned Maintenance , Assets and Hazard registry. |