Tilstandsbedømmelse

Tilstandsbedømmelse, or condition assessment, is a systematic evaluation of the current condition of an asset or structure to determine performance, safety, and remaining service life. It is used across civil engineering, building management, and infrastructure to support maintenance planning, risk management, and investment decisions.

The process typically includes planning, data collection through visual inspection, measurements, and non-destructive testing, as well as ongoing monitoring of performance. Assessors assign condition ratings or indices and identify critical defects, degradation patterns, and residual life. The approach combines qualitative observations with quantitative data to provide a clear picture of asset health.

Outputs from tilstandsbedømmelse usually comprise a condition report, prioritized maintenance actions, cost estimates, and a prognosis of remaining service life. The method supports condition-based maintenance and asset management strategies by aligning interventions with actual needs rather than fixed schedules.

Methods and tools vary by sector and region. Common techniques include visual surveys, nondestructive testing, structural health monitoring, and remote sensing. Rating systems differ but often use scales ranging from good to poor or 0-100 to convey deterioration levels and risk.

Challenges associated with tilstandsbedømmelse include subjectivity in assessments, variability in data quality, resource requirements, and the need for trained, qualified assessors. Benefits include improved safety, optimized maintenance planning, extended asset life, and more accurate budgeting for repairs and upgrades.