Working Drawings Handbook
Similarly, an efficient and properly documented layer
naming convention is essential. It is no good drawing
something on a layer and then forgetting where it is. You
need to establish a naming convention for your practice
early on, document it, and ensure that it is used at all
times. If you exchange CAD drawing files with other
professionals on a project it is essential that everybody
uses the same layer naming conventions.Proper naming of layers within the model is important to
ensure that each professional can establish ‘ownership’
of the layers that they create. The Layer Naming
Standard set out in BS 1192 Part 5 makes provision for
including an ownership code within each layer name.
Depending on the CAD program used it may even be
possible for each professional to lock their layers with
password protection, preventing other members of the
design team editing them (intentionally or otherwise)
without their consent.5.11 Coding system for internal office use