enumerate-failure-modes

Purpose

Convert functions, process steps, or scenarios into explicit failure modes.

Input contract

required: [functions_or_steps, intended_outcomes, operating_conditions]
optional: [failure_history, stakeholders]
constraints: [failure mode must state deviation from intended outcome]

Procedure

1. Decompose functions or steps.
2. Enumerate plausible deviations and affected outcomes.
3. Record causes, effects, detectability, and evidence gaps.

Output contract

produces: [failure_mode_register, cause_candidates, effect_candidates, detection_notes]
delta_fields: [findings, evidence_updates, uncertainties, open_questions]

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