scope:

This standard describes a method for evaluating the qualifications of industrial/marine painting contractors who remove hazardous coatings (e.g., coatings containing lead or other hazardous metals) from industrial/marine structures. The requirements of SSPC-QP1, QP 3, QP 6 or QP 8.

This standard establishes two qualification categories for contractors removing and containing hazardous coatings. The owner determines the certification category appropriate for any specific project based on containment and ventilation requirements.

This standard also establishes minimum requirements for worker health and safety programs and environmental protection programs utilized by the contractor during hazardous coating removal operations.