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AISC Removes Safety Plan Requirements for Steel Erectors: What This Means for Your Certification in 2025

January 3, 2025

In a significant shift, the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) has announced the removal of safety requirements from their Erector Certification program, effective January 1, 2025. This landmark decision, detailed in Certification Bulletin 2024-08, represents an unprecedented change in industry standards – it’s rare to see a certification requirement being eliminated rather than added. Why This Change Matters Nearly

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December 17, 2024

Empowering Business with Smart Compliance Strategies Freer Consulting Co. provides integrated smart compliance solutions for companies that value commitment, reliability and a relentless focus on project success. We have a proven track record and over 25 years of experience with a focus on achieving timely results within budget. Our high standards ensure that clients benefit from our deep knowledge base

API Spec Q1 vs ISO 9001: What You Need to Know

December 10, 2024

Many businesses find themselves asking, “Do we need ISO 9001, API Spec Q1, or both?” The answer depends on your industry and the level of quality assurance your operations demand. While ISO 9001 provides a universally recognized framework for quality management across industries, API Spec Q1 takes things a step further, catering specifically to the stringent requirements of the oil

Nuclear’s Tech Revolution: Why AISC N690 Certification Matters More Than Ever

December 6, 2024

The landscape of nuclear energy is transforming rapidly, with tech giants like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon leading a new wave of nuclear power adoption. As these companies plan advanced reactor facilities and data centers powered by nuclear energy, the importance of AISC N690 certification has never been more critical. The Evolution of Nuclear Structural Standards The upcoming revision of AISC

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Getting Ready for Your AMPP QP 1 Audit: Key Tips and Checklist

September 9, 2024

Obtaining and maintaining an AMPP QP 1 certification is crucial for companies in the protective coatings industry. This certification demonstrates your team’s commitment to quality standards and best practices in applying durable protective coatings. To make the certification process clearer and more manageable, we’ve developed this guide to help you navigate the steps for your AMPP QP 1 audit. Documentation

Simplifying SSPC QP1 / AAMP QP1 Certification

May 8, 2024

SSPC QP1 and AAMP QP1 certifications are highly regarded in the coating industry, demonstrating a contractor’s commitment to quality, safety, and environmental compliance. Achieving SSPC QP1 and AAMP QP1 certifications can be challenging for coating contractors. Freer Consulting helps simplify the process by assisting contractors in overcoming common hurdles. Developing a comprehensive Quality Management System (QMS) One of the primary

The AISC Certification Audit: What to Expect and How to Prepare

May 4, 2024

Obtaining AISC (American Institute of Steel Construction) certification is a significant milestone for steel fabricators, demonstrating their commitment to quality, safety, and industry best practices. However, the certification process can be challenging, particularly when it comes to the audit phase. In this post, we’ll discuss what fabricators can expect during an AISC certification audit and how to prepare effectively, with

SSPC QP / AMPP QP Certification Consulting

April 26, 2024

SSPC QP / AMPP QP Certification Consulting Navigating the complex world of SSPC/AMPP QP certifications can be challenging, but our experienced team at Freer Consulting is here to help. We specialize in the certification processes that guide industrial painting and coating contractors through the certification process, ensuring your company meets the stringent standards set by AMPP. Our expertise and personalized

API Q1 Implementation Challenges

September 25, 2023

ISO/TS 29001:2010, also known as API Specification Q1, is a quality management system standard specifically designed for organizations in the petroleum, petrochemical, and natural gas industry supply chain. This standard outlines the quality management requirements for product and service supply organizations in this sector. ISO/API Spec Q1 is applicable to organizations of various sizes and types within the petroleum, petrochemical,

A Turnkey AISC Certification Solution With The Expertise of Freer Consulting

August 28, 2023

Achieving American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) certification is a significant milestone for businesses in the steel construction industry. The complex and multifaceted nature of the certification process often requires expert guidance to navigate efficiently. The AISC certification serves as a hallmark of excellence and adherence to stringent industry standards in the steel construction sector. However, the intricate procedures and

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