Deviation categories

  • Release version: Australia
  • Updated March 12, 2026
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    • This page contains the reference information about the deviation categories and subcategories.

    The following categories and belonging subcategories are available and can be assigned to a deviation. Category is a required field, while Subcategory is optional and can remain unspecified or set to None.

    Table 1. Deviation categories and subcategories
    Category Subcategories
    Mechanical
    • Worn
    • Scratched
    • Bent
    • Cracked
    • Broken
    • Discolored
    • Burned
    • Leaking
    • Jammed
    Electrical
    • No supply
    • Low supply
    • High supply
    • Overload
    • Bad connections
    • Software
    Pneumatic
    • Leaking
    • Broken
    • Ruptured
    • Low supply
    • High supply
    • Overpressure
    Hydraulic
    • Leaking
    • Broken
    • Ruptured
    • Low supply
    • High supply
    • Overpressure
    Environmental
    • Dirty
    • Spill
    • Airborne contaminants
    • Flooded
    Defect
    • Rework
    • Scrap
    • Hold
    Other Other