QP 2 Certification Program
(Field Removal of Hazardous Coatings)
The QP 2 certification is a nationally recognized program
that evaluates the capabilities of industrial paint contractors
for their ability to safely remove and properly manage hazardous
coating material in the field. These standards are considered
to be the MINIMUM level of service and quality.
QP 2 builds on the standards and guidelines of QP 1 to further
qualify the industrial contracting company in hazardous paint
removal operations. Since QP 1 certification is a prerequisite
for QP 2, certification for both can be completed at the
same time. (AND is a good way to save $!)
QP 2 Certification requires demonstrated competence
in four key areas:
- Management of Hazardous Paint Removal Projects
- Technical Capabilities Related to Hazardous Paint Removal
- Personnel Qualifications and Training
- Safety and Environmental Compliance Programs.
The Evaluation Process
The QP 2 evaluation process is the same as QP 1, except
that the active job site MUST be a hazardous paint removal
project with all of the protective measures in place and
functioning.
Similar to QP 1, the QP 2 program guidelines are first evaluated through the
required submittals that describe the contractor's procedures, practices and
programs. Then an SSPC auditor performs an impartial active job site audit
to verify the use of the submitted practices and programs.
The on-site audit criteria can be found in both the QP 2
Application and the Self-evaluation Checklist. Both can be
found on the Lists, Forms & Applications web page.
SSPC suggests that the contractor perform a self-evaluation
prior to submitting an application or scheduling the audit.
Also, the support text, A Primer on SSPC Contractor Certification, from
our on-site seminar is now available by contacting our Publications
Office. Phone: 412-281-2331 ext. 204, Fax: 412-281-9992,
Email: books@sspc.org.
The seminar and text provides an explanation and aid in the
application process.
Additional Information found on the Lists,
Applications, and Forms page:
- Applications for Certification
- Auditor Evaluation Survey
- Contractor Performance Form
- DAC
- Fee Schedules
- Job Notification Form
- List of certified Contractors - By Name and By State
- List of Owners Known to Require Certified Contractors
- Certification News Center
- Technical Standards Library requirements
QP 2 Background
QP 2 was developed by consensus to meet the industry's need
for better management and control on projects involving the
removal of hazardous paint from structural steel in the field.
The QP 2 standard and certification were designed to build
on the guidelines established in QP1, and provide facility
owners with a means to evaluate the primary capability of
industrial paint contractors specific to the needs of hazardous
paint removal projects. This expansion program was first
released in 1993.
SSPC-QP 1, QP 2 and QP 3 are a part of SSPC
Qualification Procedure Standards developed through
the SSPC consensus process. Visit our Standards
Store to purchase a copy.
|
