Security and Control of
Operation
Authorize, confirm, and log every remote action while ensuring safe equipment conditions.
01
Roles and Permissions
Access management and security:
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Permissions by equipment and action type
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Assignment by person or operational role
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Restriction by time schedules
02
Operation Mode
Command control and maintenance:
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Local / Remote command priority
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Secure lockout for maintenance
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Compliance with on-site emergency stops
03
Status Validation
Confirmation via sensors:
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Condition validation before execution
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Verification: sent command vs. real status
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Confirmation of openings and startups
04
Logbook and Logs
Complete operational traceability:
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Detailed record of user, date, and time
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History of sent commands and results
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Audit of openings and interventions
05
Secure Network Connection
Industrial communication architecture:
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Secure access without exposing the PLC to the internet
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Segregation between plant network and management
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Control from web environment and mobile devices
06
Fault and Alert Management
Protection against contingencies:
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Safe state upon link or power loss
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Instant notification of anomalous events
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Compliance with physical system interlocks
