ISA CAP Communication & Documentation 5

Question 1

Which document provides step-by-step instructions specifically for returning an automation system to service after maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Return to Service (RTS) Procedure

Answer

A Return to Service Procedure documents the required steps to safely reinstate an instrumentation or control system after maintenance or repair.

Question 2

In the context of ISA-95, documentation exchanging production scheduling data between the enterprise resource planning (ERP) and manufacturing operations management (MOM) layers uses which model?

Accepted Answer

ISA-95 Part 2 Object Models and Attributes

Answer

ISA-95 Part 2 defines the object models and data attributes for information exchanged between enterprise and manufacturing systems.

Question 3

A 'deviation' found during a HAZOP is defined as:

Accepted Answer

A departure from the design intent of a process parameter, described using guide words

Answer

In HAZOP methodology, a deviation is a specific combination of a guide word (e.g., MORE, LESS, NO) with a process parameter that represents a departure from design intent.

Question 4

Which best practice should be followed when numbering drawing revisions to maintain clear document control?

Accepted Answer

Use a consistent, sequential scheme (letters or numbers) with each revision logged in the revision block with date and description

Answer

Sequential revision control with dated, described entries in the revision block provides a clear, auditable history of all authorized changes to a drawing.

Question 5

An automation professional is writing a Functional Design Specification (FDS). Which content is MOST important to include?

Accepted Answer

Detailed descriptions of control modes, setpoints, interlock logic, and alarm thresholds

Answer

The FDS must describe what the control system will do functionally—control modes, logic, alarms—so programmers and reviewers can verify implementation.

(ISA CAP) ISA Certified Automation Professional Practice Test

(ISA CAP) ISA Certified Automation Professional Practice Test

ISA CAP Communication & Documentation 5