Logging Asset Faults
When equipment breaks down or has issues, Pipeline’s fault logging system helps you track and manage the problem through to resolution.Viewing Faults
Screenshot: The fault report modal showing the read-only asset info (UID, Name, Manufacturer), the Report Type radio buttons (Return to Store / Drop for Repair), the Synopsis text area, and the Submit button.The fault registry for each asset shows a grid with:
- Date - When the fault was reported
- Ref - Unique fault reference number
- Status - Open (red badge) or Closed
- Fault Description - Summary of the issue
- User - Email of the person who reported the fault
Reporting a New Fault
- Navigate to the asset detail page
- Open the fault section
- Click Report Fault
- The modal shows read-only asset information: UID, Name, Manufacturer, Type, Serial Number
- Select the Report Type:
- Return to Store (Faulty) - The asset is being returned to warehouse storage. Select the warehouse location.
- Drop for Repair - The asset is going to an external repair shop. Select the repair shop supplier and optionally enter the shop address.
- Enter a Synopsis describing the fault in detail
- Submit the fault report
Fault Status
- Open - Fault has been reported and is being addressed (shown with a red badge)
- Closed - Fault has been resolved
Tracking Faults
The asset detail page shows:- Open Fault Count - Number of currently open faults
- Open Fault Ref - Reference of the current open fault
- Asset Status - Updates to reflect the fault state (e.g., “In Repair”)