SSPC QP-1 steel coating process

Simplifying SSPC QP1 / AAMP QP1 Certification

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 […]

API Q1 QMS Consulting Services

API Q1 Implementation Challenges

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 […]

A Turnkey AISC Certification Solution With The Expertise of Freer Consulting

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. […]

Regulatory Compliance and Quality Programs: Constraints and Opportunities of Integration

Find out more how Freer Consulting can help your business with regulatory compliance and quality programs. By examining the costs and benefits of implementing process-based integrated management systems, organizations may gain insight into the potential value of merging regulatory compliance with quality programs. As an example, the food processing industry is regulated by the Food […]

Benefits of R2 Certified Recycling

Electronic waste is all too often making its way into local landfills or being exported to countries where it is improperly disposed of, posing a significant threat to the local people and the environment in general.  Responsible Recycling Practices Standard, known as R2, was facilitated by the EPA and developed by recycling stakeholders to promote […]

Remote Compliance Support for Essential Operations

https://www.freerconsulting.com/aisc-certification-consulting Last night, Governor Inslee issued a “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order, which requires Washingtonians to stay home for at least the next two weeks to flatten the curve of the COVID19 pandemic and keep our healthcare system functioning. This order is crucial for the health of our community. It also highlights just how many […]

A Critical Time for Employee Communications and Business Continuity Planning

As businesses respond to Coronavirus (COVID-19), many are heading into uncharted waters with their operations by working remotely and managing business continuity challenges. The US Chamber of Commerce has released a guide for employers focused on preventing the spread of coronavirus at work, including important tips on what businesses need to do to handle this […]

ISO9001:2015 Updated Standard: Putting Emphasis on Leadership in a Quality Management System

Certain key factors play crucial roles when leaders aim to maintain and eventually fulfill a vision in a quality management system (QMS). The ISO9001 updated standard serves to highlight the importance of reliable and compatible leadership in the overall effort to maximize efficiency and maintain continuous improvement.  View our white paper to learn more about: […]

APIQR Scope of Registration Update

The American Petroleum Institute Quality Registrar (APIQR) is reviewing all scope statements to meet the requirements of ISO/IEC 17021 Conformity assessment. APIQR will do this in three phases: Phase 1 – Review existing scope statements and update those with grammar errors and vague and/or non-auditable activities/products. Phase 2 –Validate facility scope statements in audit reports […]