How does SSPC evaluate a contractor for certification?
• complete a detailed application form describing its company and its work history; • submit quality control, safety and environmental compliance programs and procedures; • obtain SSPC acceptance of its submittal to ensure the submitted items are based on SSPC QP 1, QP 2 and QP 3 requirements; • avail itself to an on-site audit by a SSPC auditor to both its primary place of business and an active job site to demonstrate its capabilities; • comply with a rigorously enforced disciplinary action code (field contractors only). How many owners in the USA require SSPC’s Painting Contractor Certification Program? Currently, many State Departments of Transportation (DOTs) require SSPC certification for bridge maintenance and other painting. Within those states are many major city DOT’s and county governments that require the PCCP as well for bridge, water tank, and waste and water treatment facilities requiring maintenance painting. Certification is also frequently specified on a one-time per
