bim_create_column · FreeCAD MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What bim_create_column does on FreeCAD MCP

AI agents use bim_create_column to create or update resources in FreeCAD MCP — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your FreeCAD MCP environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why bim_create_column needs a policy

This tool creates a new structural column element in a CAD model, which is reversible data modification. It fits the Write category as it constructs new geometric/BIM data that can be edited or deleted. Severity is medium because erroneous column placement could affect downstream design work or structural analysis, but the action is reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'bim_create_column' with sibling tools 'bim_create_door', 'bim_create_roof', 'bim_create_slab', 'bim_create_wall', 'bim_create_window' indicate parametric creation of BIM (Building Information Modeling) objects.

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Verdict

bim_create_column Rate-limited

bim_create_column stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "bim_create_column": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "bim_create_column_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about bim_create_column

What does the bim_create_column tool do? +

bim_create_column. It is categorised as a Write tool in the FreeCAD MCP MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on bim_create_column? +

Register the FreeCAD MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for bim_create_column: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches FreeCAD MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is bim_create_column? +

bim_create_column is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit bim_create_column? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the bim_create_column rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block bim_create_column completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for bim_create_column. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides bim_create_column? +

bim_create_column is provided by the FreeCAD MCP server (sandraschi/freecad-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.