AISC​ Certification Consulting

The difficulty of AISC certification for small businesses can vary depending on several factors. AISC certification involves meeting specific quality and safety standards in the field of steel construction. While the certification process itself is designed to be rigorous and comprehensive, whether it’s difficult for a small business depends on its existing resources, capabilities, and readiness to meet the requirements.

Here are some factors to consider:

1. Resources and Expertise: Smaller businesses might have limited resources in terms of personnel, time, and budget. Meeting the documentation, procedural, and safety requirements of AISC certification can be more challenging if the business lacks the necessary expertise or capacity.
2. Process Alignment: Small businesses might need to make adjustments to their existing processes to align with AISC standards. This could involve updating quality control measures, safety protocols, and documentation practices, which can be time-consuming and require significant effort.
3. Training and Education: Ensuring that employees are aware of and trained in AISC standards is crucial. Providing the necessary training might require additional resources and time investment.
4. Documentation and Record-Keeping: AISC certification typically requires thorough documentation of processes, inspections, and quality control measures. For small businesses, setting up efficient record-keeping systems can be a challenge.
5. Auditing and Compliance: The certification process includes audits by AISC representatives to assess the business’s compliance with standards. Small businesses might find the audit process challenging if they are not adequately prepared.
6. Continuous Improvement: AISC certification isn’t a one-time achievement; businesses need to maintain ongoing compliance and improvements. This could require ongoing investments in resources and processes.

Freer Consulting recognizes the challenges faced by small businesses and offers assistance specifically tailored to their needs. Our extensive experience in AISC certification support has created a turnkey solution designed to guide small businesses through the certification process by providing step-by-step guidance, templates, training, and support.

While AISC certification can present challenges for small businesses due to resource constraints and process adjustments, with the right support and approach, it’s possible for small businesses to successfully achieve and maintain certification.