PITTSBURGH – The processes associated with becoming certified through the SSPC Painting Contractor Certification Program (PCCP) can be overwhelming and time consuming. KTA-Tator Inc. has introduced SSPC PCCP Support Services to assist firms in meeting the requirements of several of the qualification procedures. These include QP1- Field Application to Complex Industrial Structures; QP2- Field Removal of Hazardous Coatings from Complex Structures; QP3- Shop Application of Complex Protective Coatings Systems; QP6- Standard Procedure for Evaluating the Qualifications of Contractors Who Apply Thermal Spray (Metallizing) for Corrosion Protection of Steel and Concrete Structures; QP9- Standard Procedure for Evaluating the Qualification of Commercial Painting & Coating Contractors; and QS1- Standard Procedure for Evaluating a Contractor’s Advanced Quality Management System.
The program is headed by KTA Environmental Health & Safety Manager Dan O’Malley. “More and more, we’re seeing that many DOTs, government, wastewater treatment facilities and water supply companies are requiring that surface preparation and coating application be performed by a contractor who is QP certified. Over the last five years, we’ve helped over 55 companies obtain QP certification. We’re excited about the addition of QP6, QP9 and QS1 to our list of service offerings to allow us to assist more companies,” said O’Malley.