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GUIDELINE
Specifications for Coating of Equipment and Metallic Structures
Table of Contents
1. PURPOSE ..............................................................................................................2
2. SCOPE AND APPLICATION ..................................................................................2
3. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS ..................................................................................3
4. ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS ........................................................................3
5. RESPONSIBILITY & AUTHORIZING PERSONS ...................................................6
6. PROCEDURE .........................................................................................................8
7. RECORD KEEPING ............................................................................................. 29
8. APPENDICES....................................................................................................... 30
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Superintendent / PV December 24, 2019
APPROVED BY Demetrio Sanchez
Reliability
Reliability GS / PV December 27, 2019

REVIEWED BY Noelia Diaz
Reliability
Ice Dragon Corrosion / December 30, 2019

PREPARED BY Zoe Coull
Contractor
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1. PURPOSE
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functions, or tasks that the Guideline is designed to accomplish. As opposed to a Procedure,
a Guideline provides advice and recommendations that allow some discretion or leeway in
interpretation or use. Guidelines may used to assist in the implementation of a Policy,
Standard or Procedure or provide best practice, such that if followed, performance
requirements of Standards and Procedures will be met. Guidelines are used at the
discretion of the Project.
2. SCOPE AND APPLICATION
This specification covers the minimum requirements for surface preparation, application,
material selection and quality control, employed in the protection of equipment and
structures in atmospheric service, that will be operating in the Barrick Pueblo Viejo
installations, in the Dominican Republic, including:
 Structural steel, steel platforms
 Piping
 Exterior of tanks and other vessels
 Containers
 Ducts
 Process equipment
 Electrical equipment including instrumentation cabinets
All work done in a shop will be the sole responsibility of the constructor of the equipment
and shall follow the requirements of this specification.
All work done in the field (Pueblo Viejo) will be the sole responsibility of the Main Contractor
who has been allocated the project.
This specification includes all equipment and structures made of:
 Carbon steel
 Stainless steel
 Hot Dip Galvanized steel
 Aluminum
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 Other metals and alloys
All areas that remain inaccessible after the assembling of an equipment shall be repaired
and coated before its assembly
This specification does not include those structures and surfaces made of glass, plastics
and rubber.
3. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
3.1 The following is a list of documents that will serve as reference to the methods and tests
described in this specification. Unless otherwise indicated, the last revision of these
standards will form an integral part of this specification and shall be used according to
the directions of this document. The CONTRACTOR and the INSPECTOR are
responsible to have these documents with them in original, in order to ensure
compliance with this specification.
3.2 Unless otherwise indicated by the COMPANY, all sections of these standards will apply
in this project.
ISO 9223 – “Corrosion of metals and alloys – Corrosivity of atmospheres – Classification,

determination and estimation”
ISO 12944 – “Paints and varnishes – Corrosion protection of steel structures by protective
paint systems – Parts 1 – 9”
SSPC-PA Guide 3 – “A Guide to Safety in Paint Application”
SSPC Paint 20 – “Zinc-Rich Coating Inorganic and Organic”
SSPC-PA 1 – “Shop, Field, and Maintenance Painting of Steel”
SSPC-Guide 12 – “Guide for Illumination of Industrial Painting Projects”
SSPC-VIS 1 – “Guide and Reference Photographs for Steel Surfaces Prepared by Dry
Abrasive Blast Cleaning”
SSPC-SP 1 – “Solvent Cleaning”
ISO/TR 15235 – “Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related
products – Collected information on the effect of levels of water-soluble salt contamination”
NACE SP0178 – “Design, Fabrication, and Surface Finish Practices for Tanks and Vessels
to be Lined for Immersion Services”
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SSPC-Guide 24 – “Soluble Salt Testing Frequency and Locations on New Steel Surfaces”
SSPC-AB 1 – “Mineral and Slag Abrasives”
SSPC-AB 2 – “Cleanliness of Metallic Ferrous Abrasives”
SSPC-AB 3 – “Ferrous Metallic Abrasives”
ASTM D4940 – “Standard Test Method for Conductimetric Analysis of Water Soluble Ionic
Contamination of Blast Cleaning Abrasives”
ASTM D4285 – “Standard Test Method for Indicating Oil or Water in Compressed Air”
NACE No. 2/SSPC-SP 10 – “Near White Metal Blast Cleaning”
NACE No. 4/SSPC-SP 7 – “Brush-Off Blast Cleaning”
ASTM D4417 Method C – “Standard Test Methods for Field Measurement of Surface Profile
of Blast Cleaned Steel”
ISO 8502-3 – “Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related
products. Tests for the assessment of surface cleanliness. Part 3: Assessment of dust on
steel surfaces prepared for painting (pressure-sensitive tape method)”
SSPC-PA Guide 11 – “Protecting Edges, Crevices, and Irregular Steel Surfaces by Stripe
Coating”
SSPC-PA 2 – “Procedure for Determining Conformance to Dry Coating Thickness

Requirements”
ASTM D4414 – “Standard Practice for Measurement of Wet Film Thickness by Notch
Gages”
SSPC-SP 11 – “Power Tool Cleaning to Bare Metal”
ASTM D4541– “Standard Test Method for Pull-Off Strength of Coatings Using Portable
Adhesion Testers”
4. ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS
Provide abbreviations and definitions pertaining to this particular Guideline that users
reading this Guideline would need to fully understand the content.
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ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials

DFT Dry Film Thickness
ISO International Organization for Standardization
ITP Inspection Test Plan
LPWC Low Pressure Water Cleaning
NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology
SDS Safety Data Sheet
SHE Safety, Health, Environment
SSPC The Protective Coating Society
COMPANY Barrick and its authorized personnel, who have the final responsibility
of the project in all its facets.
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL Any person designated by Barrick, duly authorized in its
respective areas to ensure compliance with this specification. It
can include the PROJECT MANAGER, RESIDENT ENGINEER,
SHE officer, among others.
CONTRACTOR Company in charge of the execution of the contract for the COMPANY,
executing all surface preparation, coating application, evaluation of
materials, and other tasks required which are described in this
specification.
INSPECTOR Person designated by the COMPANY to perform quality assurance and
quality control during the execution of tasks indicated in this
specification, as to ensure complete compliance with this specification.
STRIPE COAT Additional coat applied before each complete coat, in the form of
stripes, over hard to reach areas, such as: Welds, bolts and nuts, sharp
edges, angles, flanges, corners, crevices, etc., in order to achieve a
better penetration and protection of the coating. Generally, the
thickness of the strip coat is slightly inferior to the ones achieved in the
complete coat.
CLASSIFICATION OF THE ENVIRONMENTS ACCORDING TO PVDC CORROSION
MAPPING
C1 – VERY LOW CORROSIVITY Building interior with artificial climate control, i.e.:
Office buildings, shops, schools, housing, etc.
C2 – LOW CORROSIVITY Atmospheres with low levels of contamination (rural
environments). Interior of buildings where condensation might
occur.
C3 – MEDIUM CORROSIVITY Urban and industrial atmospheres con moderate carbon
dioxide contamination; coastal areas with low salinity.
C4 – HIGH CORROSIVITY Industrial coastal areas with moderate salinity; chemical
plants.
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C5 – VERY HIGH CORROSIVITY Industrial areas with high humidity and aggressive
atmospheres; coastal areas with high salinity; structures with
almost continuous condensation and high contamination.
CORROSIVITY Ability of an environment to cause corrosion on a specific
material.
COATING THICKNESS STANDARD Certified coated metal plates with traceability to
NIST.
HOLIDAY Any discontinuity in the coating film.
LOW PRESSURE WATER CLEANING Water cleaning with pressures lower than
351,5 kg/cm2 (5.000 psi)
SPOT MEASUREMENT Average of at least three (03) individual readings taken
along the body of a surface.
POT LIFE Period of time where the mixed coated can be applied once the two
components that conform the coating have been mixed together at a
specific ambient temperature.
SHELF LIFE Period of time that a coating retains its physical and chemical
properties during storage.
TRANSITION ZONE Area of a pipe defined by a zone of approximately 50 cm long

divided by the air-ground interface. This transition zone covers a buried
zone of 30 cm up to the air-ground interface, and 20 cm zone exposed
to the exterior environment.
5. RESPONSIBILITY & AUTHORIZING PERSONS
5.1 The CONTRACTOR will supply all labor, materials and equipment that are necessary
for the cleaning, preparation, application and inspection of the aerial structures. It’s the
CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to perform all work in a professional manner,
maintaining the highest quality standards in such a manner that he can ensure total
compliance with this specification and with the referenced standards indicated in this
document.
5.2 It will be the CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to maintain its equipment, such as air
compressors, water cleaning equipment, power tolls, air and abrasive hoses, nozzles,
application equipment, among other, in such a way that these will not become the
source of contamination of the prepared surface, and contribute to the correct
application of the coatings. The COMPANY has the right to inspect all
CONTRACTOR’s equipment, before work starts, to verify its conditions and determine
whether they are fit for service in a safe and secure manner during the project, without
affecting the quality and the progress of the work being done.
5.3 The CONTRACTOR will repair all work that the COMPANY or the INSPECTOR on site,
have determined that do not comply with the requirements of this specification, before
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proceeding to the following stage of the production process. All repairs will be
performed with no consequence to the COMPANY.
5.4 The fact that the COMPANY or the assigned INSPECTOR does not detect or reject a
particular job or defective material, does not constitute an acceptance on behalf of the
COMPANY. Therefore, any defective material or job, that caused a defect, or that does
not comply with any of the requirements of this specification, that is found at any stage
of the constructive process, previous to the final acceptance of the pipes, product of
inefficiencies or poor workmanship, defective materials or equipment, or any
negligence during the operations, or any other defect or damage that is the
CONTRACTOR’s responsibility, due to his direct actions or omissions, will be
replaced, repaired and/or corrected immediately when indicated by the COMPANY or
the INSPECTOR, in such a manner that it complies with the demands of the
COMPANY and the project’s requirements. This clause will have total and complete
validity regardless the fact that the INSPECTOR had been in knowledge of the
situation or did not detect it at the moment.
5.5 The CONTRACTOR will keep daily reports of all aspects of the project, including the
results of the quality control tests. These reports will be available for revision by the
COMPANY or the assigned INSPECTOR at any moment that they’re required. The
CONTRACTOR shall provide copies of the daily report formats for approval by the
COMPANY before the start of the work.
5.6 The COMPANY or its authorized personnel, or the onsite INSPECTOR, will require a
meeting with the CONTRACTOR at any moment that a nonconformity or deviation to
the specification is found, in order to apply immediate corrective and preventive actions
to prevent the particular nonconformity or deviation from occurring again during the
project.
5.7 All production and quality control procedures must be followed, and only the materials
indicated in this specification shall be used. Any changes proposed by the
CONTRACTOR shall be submitted in writing for approval to the COMPANY indicating
the following:
 Current material, design or process
 The proposed change
 Reasons for the change
 Date when the CONTRACTOR proposes to implement the change
5.8 The COMPANY, at its own discretion, will decide if the proposed changes are
acceptable; in case the COMPANY decides to accept the suggested changes, the
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CONTRACTOR will implement them only after having received a written notice from
the COMPANY indicating acceptance to the modification.
5.9 It is the CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to protect all surrounding areas, structures and
equipment, and any other element that will not be coated, in such a manner that they
will not be affected by the surface preparation and coating application operations. The
CONTRACTOR shall repair any damage caused to such elements or replace them
according to the evaluation performed by the COMPANY or its AUTHORIZED
PERSONNEL.
5.10 It is the CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to fully comply with the requirements of this
specification, employ all equipment and tools that have the capacity to achieve the
requirements stablished in this document, and perform an effective quality control in
order to ensure compliance with this specification before the COMPANY’s
representative performs his/her inspections.
5.11 It is the CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to perform all work in a manner that complies
with BARRICK’s safety, health and environment requirements, and that apply to the
work area.
5.12 Work Progress: The CONTRACTOR shall present a work and quality plan which will be
reviewed and discussed by the COMPANY for approval. This work plan shall include
an activity timetable, number of personnel involved in each activity, equipment, and
proposed methodology, as well as a work schedule that assures a continuous
progress, number of shifts (if possible), safety plan, and other pertinent aspects of the
project. The quality plan shall follow the provisions described in this specification.
5.13 The CONTRACTOR shall use all personnel and material, equipment and tools that
considers necessary to ensure compliance with this specification, and with the
timetable submitted and that has been previously approved by the COMPANY, in order
to complete the tasks within the time constraints of the project. In case that there is a
deviation from the approved timetable, the CONTRACTOR will receive a written
notification from the COMPANY. After this notice, the CONTRACTOR can modify any
aspect that he considers necessary in order to increase productivity and complete the
work within the timetable. However, any modification made by the CONTRACTOR to
his initial work plan, shall have been previously approved by the COMPANY, and must
ensure compliance with the requirements of this specification. In addition, these
actions shall be done at no additional cost to the COMPANY.
6. PROCEDURE
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6.1 Inspection of the Work:
6.1.1 All supplied material and equipment, as well as the job performed by the
CONTRACTOR will be subjected to a rigorous inspection on behalf of the COMPANY.
These inspections do not void the CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to provide qualified
workmanship, as well as materials and equipment that strictly comply with the
requirements of this specification. The CONTRACTOR will solicit the INSPECTION for
a liberation of a particular area, at any stage of the process, only when he/she is
completely sure that the requirements of this specification have been met.
6.1.2 It is the CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to supply all access equipment for elevated
areas and the proper lighting necessary for the INSPECTOR to perform his/her
assigned duties.
6.2 The CONTRACTOR shall submit the following information:
6.2.1 With the Economic Bid:
 Accreditations or certifications such as ISO 9000 or equivalent.

 List of quality control instruments, with their respective calibration certificates.
 Quality Control personnel’s certifications.
 List of previous projects, clients, and information about the individual projects.
 Proposed manufacturer for each coating system to be applied according to the type of
structure.
 PDS of the proposed coating.
 SDS of the proposed materials.
 Proposed ITP.
 Registry of maintenance of key equipment, such as air compressors, blast pot, abrasive
and application hoses, airless pump, scaffolds and other application equipment
accessories, among others.
 CONTRACTOR’s QA/QC procedures, including daily reports.
 CONTRACTOR’s safety procedures.
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6.2.2 Before the Start of Production:
6.2.2.1 Before general production begins, the CONTRACTOR shall submit to the
COMPANY for revision a detailed written description of the equipment that will be
used for the surface preparation and application activities.
6.2.2.2 The description of the application procedures shall include the following. This
documentation in no case will substitute the information required in 6.1.1 of this
specification.
 Previous inspection of the structures to be prepared and coated.
 Precleaning, surface preparation and application procedures.
 Abrasive quality control procedures.
 Quality control procedures during regular production.
 Safety procedures, including placing scaffolding.
6.2.2.3 In the submitted written procedures for surface preparation and application, all
equipment used for precleaning, abrasive blasting, application and inspection must
be included.
6.2.2.4 The quality control procedures shall refer to the sections and evaluation parameters
indicated in this specification. In case that any of these are not explicitly mentioned
in this document, the CONTRACTOR shall refer to the relevant sections of the
reference standards listed in 3.2 of these documents.
6.3 SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT
6.3.1 The CONTRACTOR shall comply with all the safety requirements established in
SSPC-PA Guide 3 and by the COMPANY and its policies and regulations.
6.3.2 Among the proposed persons by the CONTRACTOR to perform the work, a SHE
Supervisor must be included, immediately notifying the COMPANY and the assigned
INSPECTOR. The person in charge of SHE shall remain in the work site during its
entire execution.
6.3.3 The CONTRACTOR shall provide free and safe access to all areas that are being
prepared, coated or inspected at any moment.
6.3.4 The CONTRACTOR shall take all necessary precautions to guarantee the safety of
all personnel that are in the work site. These precautions shall comply with the safety
rules established by the COMPANY.
6.3.5 It is the CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to have available on site, and easily accessed
by all working personnel, a copy of the SDS for all coatings, thinners, and other
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dangerous substances that will be used on the project. During the routine safety
meetings, the CONTRACTOR shall ensure that all personnel has read and
comprehended all the provisions included in such document, and that the personnel
knows the exact location of the SDS in case of an emergency.
6.3.6 No person will be allowed at the work site that is under the influence of alcohol or
drugs. Any person that is found in this condition will be reported to the COMPANY and
to the CONTRACTOR and shall not continue working in the project.
6.4 Scaffolding:
6.4.1 The scaffolding supplied shall comply with all requisites established by the
COMPANY, and the pertinent safety standards.
6.5 Personal Protective Equipment:
6.5.1 The CONTRACTOR will make sure that every worker under his/her direct supervision
will have and use the PPE indicated on this list, depending where it’s applicable. The
use of this safety equipment is mandatory:
 Hard hat approved by NIOSH o similar

 Visual protection such as safety glasses or goggles
 Leather gloves and blast hood with independent air line for the abrasive blasting
operator
 Protective clothing, made of cotton, long sleeve
 Respirators for dusts and solid particles for personnel around the abrasive blasting
operations, and respirators with organic vapors filters for applicators and personnel
around the coating operations
 Safety boots with toe protection
 Harness and lifeline for work in heights
6.5.2 The CONTRACTOR’s Safety Supervisor will check each equipment and will verify its
performance at any moment that he/she considers necessary, in case that the safety
equipment conditions do not comply with the safety requirements of this project, they
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shall be rejected and replaced with other equipment in good conditions, in a period of
time not greater than 24 hours.
6.6 Cleaning and Surface Preparation:
6.6.1 All hose-connections for the cleaning and blasting equipment shall have a safety wire
and whip-lock devise in place to prevent accidental disconnections.
6.6.2 All hoses that are found with repairs or that have been patched, or that have clear
signs of wear and deterioration, in any part of its extension, shall be rejected.
6.6.3 All personnel that is near the structures while abrasive blasting operations are under
way, besides the blasting operator, shall wear a respirator for dusts and solid particles
that prevent dust and other airborne solid contaminants from being breathed
6.6.4 All surface preparation residues and waste material shall be disposed of strictly
following the requirements of this specification and the COMPANY’s related policies.
6.7 Application:
6.7.1 The airless hoses shall be tested to withstand the maximum atomization pressure
according to the type of coating being applied.
6.7.2 All coatings and other flammable materials shall be stored following the written
instructions from the respective manufacturer and BARRICK’s related requirements
depending on the work site.
6.7.3 All personnel that is located less than 2 m (6.6 ft.) from the applicator(s), or that is
downwind from the vapors and fumes of the atomized product, shall wear a respirator
with organic vapor filters in perfect conditions. These filters shall be replaced in the
frequency indicated by the filter’s manufacturer in his technical literature. In no case
will any personnel located in such zones use dust masks while application activities
are in place.
6.7.4 All coating residues, cleaning solvents, discarded rags or brushes, and other waste
material shall be removed from the work area and disposed following environmental
regulations at the end of every work shift. It is the CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to
follow federal regulations regarding the disposal of toxic wastes. The COMPANY can
require at any moment evidence of the correct disposal of such toxic materials.
6.8 Protection of Surrounding Areas:
6.8.1 A maximum protection to the surrounding environment shall be provided, according to

the COMPANY’s rules and regulations. All precautions must be taken to avoid liquid
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and solid waste from affecting or contaminating the ground or surrounding areas of
the work site.
6.8.2 All areas around the work area shall be protected, including equipment and nearby
structures. Any damage caused by the CONTRACTOR or his direct or indirect actions
shall be corrected, by cleaning, repair, or replacing and recoating, as it’s considered
acceptable by the COMPANY.
6.9 MATERIALS
6.9.1 The CONTRACTOR shall supply all the materials, tools and equipment necessary to
perform surface preparation, application, and inspection of the structures subject of
this specification.
6.9.2 All the materials used in the project shall be clearly identified with the following
information:
 Name of manufacturer
 Material identification, including the safety diamond that indicates the risks posed by
the material, clearly visible in the package or material container
 Batch number
 Place and date of manufacturer
 Shelf life and expiration date (where applicable)
 Quantity per package
 Storage instructions
6.9.3 In case that this information is not found in the labels of the material packaging, the
manufacturer of the product shall submit the missing information in original.
6.9.4 Each material batch shall be accompanied by a Quality Certificate emitted by the
manufacturer of the product.
6.9.5 No material will be accepted that does not arrive in its original package or container,
or that is not properly identified and labeled.
6.9.6 The CONTRACTOR will oversee delivering and storing all products in a closed, well
ventilated area, following the manufacturer’s written recommendations, and that has
been approved by the COMPANY. In addition, the CONTRACTOR is responsible for
securing the materials stored, preventing always the manipulation and/or alteration of
the products.
6.9.7 The INSPECTOR onsite shall monitor the work progress and will make all pertinent
calculations, based on the actual coverage rates in the work area, and on an inventory
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control, to make sure that there is always enough product available on the work site,
thus avoiding unnecessary delays.
6.10 Abrasives:
6.10.1 The following is a list of approved abrasives to be used for the surface preparation of
the structures contemplated in this specification.
 Garnet
 Copper slag
 Mineral abrasives silica free
 Aluminum oxide
6.10.2 Other abrasives may be used once the requirements indicated in 5.7 of this document
have been met; they shall also meet the requirements indicated in.
6.10.3 The selected abrasives must comply with the following requirements:
 Free from toxic agents, heavy metals, or other elements indicated by the
COMPANY
 Silica free
 pH between 6 and 8
 Conductivity less than 75 µS/cm
 Chloride content less than 25 ppm
 Completely dry and free from clay inclusions, oil, grease, or other foreign matter
that is not detrimental to the coating’s performance
Note: The chloride content in the abrasives can be verified using the Chlor-Test A kit.
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6.10.4 The CONTRACTOR shall submit a Quality Certificate for every abrasive batch that will
be used in the project, showing compliance with the parameters indicated in this
specification.
6.10.5 The abrasives shall be stored in a clean and dry area. The CONTRACTOR shall take
all necessary actions to ensure that the abrasives do not get wet or contaminated
during the storage or while they are onsite.
6.10.6 The abrasives shall have the adequate size to reach the specified angular surface
profile.
6.10.7 Reusing or recycling the abrasives in any way or manner is not permitted.
6.10.8 Abrasives that are supplied to the worksite in bulk shipments are not permitted.
6.11 Coatings:
6.11.1 Appendix B of this document shows the approved coatings to be used for the
protection of aerial structures and equipment. No substitutes will be permitted.
6.11.2 The selection of the manufacturer, according to Appendix B of this specification, will
be done by the CONTRACTOR, respecting the categories of use indicated in the
respective tables.
6.11.3 The colors of the finish coat, according to the type of structure to be coated, are
indicated in the Appendix 3.
6.11.4 The colors indicated in Appendix 3, as well as the identification labels to be placed in
pipes and tanks, shall be follow the indications provided in ... (TO BE DETERMINED)
6.11.5 The individual coats that conform a coating system shall be of contrasting colors.
6.11.6 The selected coating systems and approved by the COMPANY shall arrive to the work
site accompanied by their respective PDS and SDS. The coatings shall arrive onsite
in their original containers, without any evidence of damage, deformation, or alteration.
The PDS shall indicate at least the following technical information:
 % solids per volume

 Recommended DFT
 Pot life at different ambient temperatures
 Shelf life and expiration date
 Recoat windows at different ambient temperatures
 Recommended storage conditions
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 Temperature ranges for application, and application and curing procedures in

case the ambient temperatures drop below the lower application values indicated
by the manufacturer
 Cure times at different ambient temperatures
In case that any of these values or indications do not appear in the PDS, the
CONTRACTOR will ask the product’s manufacturer a letter in original with the missing
information.
6.11.7 All coatings and solvents shall be stored in a closed area that meets the temperature
and humidity requirements indicated by the manufacturer in his technical literature and
the COMPANY’s requirements. This storage area shall be well ventilated to avoid
solvent vapor accumulations, in case solvents are stored at the same location
6.12 Surface Preparation and Coating Application Equipment:
6.12.1 The CONTRACTOR shall supply all necessary equipment for degreasing and
precleaning of the surfaces to be prepared. In case hydro cleaners are used, these
shall have the capacity of supplying water at a minimum pressure of 246 kg/cm2 (3,500
psi), have an installed deposit for detergents or chemical degreasers, and all tools and
accessories necessary to ensure the correct operation of the equipment, meeting the
cleaning requirements established in this specification, and within the time constraints
that apply to this project.
6.12.2 Air compressors in perfect working conditions, with a capacity of supplying enough air
to guarantee an abrasive and air pressure at the nozzle of 6 to 7 kg/cm2 (90 to 100
psi) in every work front. The abrasive nozzle shall be Venturi type with an internal
orifice diameter that follows the compressor’s capacity and allows sustaining the
previously mentioned air pressure range.
6.12.3 Two (02) water/oil separators at the compressor and before entering the blast pot, and
other ancillary equipment to ensure the cleanliness of the compressed air.
6.12.4 Air and abrasive hoses without visible damages or repair signs.
6.12.5 The CONTRACTOR shall supply all abrasive cleaning equipment with all their
respective accessories needed to ensure its perfect working conditions, and guarantee
the total preparation of aerial structures, within the limits of time established in the
project and following the requisites of this specification.
6.12.6 Brushes with a proven resistance to the type of coating to be applied, airless pump,
with all the necessary accessories, to ensure compliance with the minimum
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requirements indicated by the coating manufacturer, and that will guarantee the
perfect atomization of the product and the correct mixture of its components.
6.12.7 All brushes used in a work shift shall be discarded at the end of the shift. Brushes that
have been used in previous shifts will not be accepted.
6.12.8 For the application of an inorganic zinc rich coating, a conventional airs spray rig can
be used, provided it has a fully working agitation system. In addition, the pressurized
container shall be completely clean and free of residues from previously applied
coatings.
6.12.9 Airless spray pump with all its accessories, that comply with the minimum
requirements of the coating manufacturer, and that it ensures the correct atomization
of the coating.
6.12.10 Pneumatic coating mixers free of oil, grease, and rests of previous coatings, and
in perfect working conditions for 20 L (5 gal.) buckets.
6.13 Scafffolding:
6.13.1 Tubular scaffolding and other necessary access equipment shall be used during
surface preparation, coating application and inspection activities when they are
performed on heights, ensuring always the safety of the personnel that is performing
such tasks.
6.13.2 The ends of the tubular ends that conform the scaffolds shall be protected, in order to
avoid damages to freshly coated surfaces, or during mounting or dismantling
operations. Any damage caused during these tasks shall be duly repaired according
to the requirements of this specification.
6.13.3 The scaffolding shall remain in erected until all elevated structures have been fully
inspected and approved.
6.14 SURFACE PREPARATION
6.14.1 Workmanship:
6.14.1.1 All cleaning and surface preparation activities shall be performed following the
indications established in the SSPC-PA 1 standard, using qualified workers, with
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proven experience in similar operations, both in materials and work duration, that
have resulted in successful performance of the applied materials.
6.14.2 All surface preparation activities shall be performed only when the substrate is
completely clean and dry, free of oil, grease, and any other residue or contaminating
agent.
6.14.3 All dust, dirt and other loose matter shall be removed from the surfaces to prepare
using LPWC.
6.14.4 A visual inspection shall be performed to determine the presence of oil, grease, initial
rust grade, and any other foreign matter. The initial rust grade shall be determined
using the SSPC-Vis 1 visual comparator. The result of this inspection shall be
documented accordingly in the approved records for this project.
6.14.5 Before performing any other work on the surface, all oil, grease, dirt, dust or other
visible contaminants shall be removed from the substrate by solvent cleaning,
according to SSPC-SP 1. To achieve this, water and detergent cleaning,
biodegradable degreasers, or organic solvents can be used; however, the final
selection of the cleaning agent will be done by the CONTRACTOR.
6.14.6 The degreasing of the surface shall be performed as many times as needed to achieve
the total removal of all the oil and grease present on the substrate.
6.14.7 In case rags or similar materials are used, these shall be replaced often during the
cleaning operations, in order to avoid the recontamination of the substrate.
6.14.8 All structures in atmospheric services, such as tank exteriors, nonburied pipes,
structural steel, etc., for all work related to coating rehabilitation in the field, shall follow
the provisions indicated in the standard ISO/TR 15235 or the coating manufacturer’s
recommendations, whichever is stricter.
6.14.9 In all cases, when soluble salts levels on the surface are above the maximum allowed
in this document, the surface shall be washed with water and the soluble salt remover
Chlor-Rid, at the maximum pressure allowed for LPWC. The surface shall be
reevaluated as indicated in 7.8, if the soluble salts levels are still above the maximum
allowed, the surface shall be washed again until the maximum salt levels specified is
achieved.
6.14.10 For all structures located in acidic corrosive environments and in environments
classified as C5-I, those defects that could be present around the weld area, such as:
Pitting, laminations, cavities, weld surface finish below Butt Weld C grade according
to NACE SP0178, weld spatter, weld flux, etc., shall be removed by power tools or
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other techniques, to the entire satisfaction of the INSPECTOR. These corrective

measures shall be taken before the abrasive blasting of the surface is done.
6.14.11 Those structures that contain such defects that cannot be repaired without
affecting the minimum wall thickness required by the COMPANY, shall be reported
immediately to the COMPANY in order that pertinent actions are taken.
6.14.12 All defects found on a surface and the correction method shall be logged in the
inspection reports and the finding notified immediately to the COMPANY.
6.14.13 All areas where power tool cleaning operations were done, shall be cleaned
according to SSPC-SP 1, as indicated in sections 7.5 – 7.7.
6.14.14 Before starting of the abrasive blasting operations, the surface shall be 3° C (5° F)
above the dew point.
6.14.15 The abrasives used to prepare the surface shall be clean and dry, free of all oil
and grease, soluble salts, and any other contaminant. The abrasive cleanliness for
each batch or shipment to the work site shall be verified according to SSPC-AB 1; in
case metallic abrasives are used, the cleanliness shall be checked according to SSPC-
AB 2 or SSPC-AB 3, depending if the abrasives are new or recycled. In case that one
abrasive sample does not meet the acceptance criteria established in the mentioned
standard, two (02) more samples will be taken and evaluated; if one of these samples
does not meet the acceptance criteria, all the abrasive batch or shipment will be
rejected, and a new batch of material will be used, as long as they have been tested
at the moment of the material reception.
The abrasive conductivity will be measured following the testing procedure established in
ASTM D4940, and the acceptance values shall be those indicated in 6.10.3.
6.14.16 The CONTRACTOR shall guarantee the cleanliness of the compressed air used
for abrasive blasting, and the correct performance of the oil and water separators, to
ensure the compressed air is free from water and oil; the cleanliness of the
compressed air shall be verified according to ASTM D4285. This test will be performed
at least at the beginning of a work shift and at the end.
6.14.17 The blast nozzle used shall be a Venturi type nozzle, with an internal orifice
diameter such that it guarantees a pressure at the nozzle of 6.5 to 7 kg/cm2 (90 to 100
psi); the INSPECTOR will evaluate the pressure at the nozzle at least once per day,
and when it’s considered necessary; in case it’s determined, by measurements done
onsite, that the nozzle pressure is below the range specified in this document, the
CONTRACTOR will take immediate corrective actions to ensure the nozzle pressure
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range established in this document. The INSPECTOR will take note of the internal
orifice size at the beginning of a workday and at the end.
6.14.18 All surfaces shall be prepared by abrasive blasting until achieving NACE No.
2/SSPC-SP 10 cleanliness grade.
6.14.19 The surface profile obtained shall be angular in shape, with a depth between 50 y
100 µm (2 y 4 mils). The surface profile measurements will be done according to
Method C of ASTM D4417.
6.14.20 One spot measurement of the anchor profile will be taken for every 50 m2 (538 ft2)
of prepared surface. On each spot measurement chosen, at least two (02) replica
tapes shall be used to measure the anchor profile and the mean value shall be
recorded. All replica tapes used shall be placed in the inspection reports.
6.14.21 The prepared surfaces shall be coated in a period of time not greater than four (04)
hours after they have been blasted. This period of time might be reduced depending
on the prevailing ambient conditions where the work is being done. In no case will the
bare substrate be allowed to remain uncoated from one workday to another.
6.14.22 Those surfaces that present flash rusting, pinpoint rusting, or where the surface
preparation grade specified in this document has been lost before the application of
the coating, shall be reblasted until achieving the surface cleanliness grade specified.
6.14.23 All residues product of the abrasive blasting of the surface shall be removed from
the substrate before applying the coating. The dust removal method from the surface
shall be by blowing clean and dry compressed air, or by vacuuming the surface.
6.14.24 The amount of residual dust remaining on the surface shall be tested according to
ISO 8502-3. The level of remaining dust accepted in the project shall be Level 2,
following the classification established in the mentioned standard. The particle size
remaining on the surface shall not be greater than Class 1, according to ISO 8502-3.
6.14.25 The INSPECTOR shall perform at least one (01) dust tests for each 100 m2 (1,076
ft2). All dust tests shall be performed in a period of time that does not exceed 30
minutes before the coating is applied.
6.14.26 The prepared surfaces shall meet the specified cleanliness grade and anchor
profile before the coating is applied. In case that one of these two parameters are not
met, the surface shall be blasted again at no additional cost to the COMPANY.
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6.15 COATING APPLICATION
6.15.1 Workmanship:
6.15.1.1 All coating application activities shall be performed following the indications
established in the SSPC-PA 1 standard, using qualified workers, with proven
experience in similar operations, both in materials and work duration, that have
resulted in successful performance of the applied materials.
6.15.2 Environmental Conditions
6.15.2.1 The coating shall not be applied when the relative humidity in the work area exceeds
85%, or when the surface temperature is below 3° C (5° F) of the dew point and
falling, or over wet or humid surfaces. The ambient conditions shall be verified
according the indications in 9.11 and the values shall be recorded in the inspection
reports.
6.15.2.2 The ambient conditions shall be monitored at least every half hour during each work
shift, taking the first measurement at least thirty (30) minutes before the start of the
activities and the last measurement at the end of the shift; this testing frequency can
increase depending on the prevailing ambient conditions at the moment of the
coating application.
6.15.3 Substrate Condition:
6.15.3.1 The coating shall be applied only over those surfaces that are completely clean, dry,
and free of all oil, grease, rust, mil scale, fabrication defects, weld spatter, abrasive
residues, and any other type of contaminant, and that comply with the cleanliness
and surface profile requirements established in Section 7 of this specification. Those
surfaces that show signs of rust or any other type of degradation, shall be prepared
until achieving the levels of surface cleanliness specified in this document, before
the coating is applied.
6.15.3.2 Coatings can be applied only when the surface temperature does not exceed the
maximum values indicated by the manufacturer in the PDS.
6.16 Preparation of the Materials:
6.16.1 All mixing activities of the coating components shall be done on a separate surface,
sufficiently firm so no spills will occur, or the mixing activity is altered in any way or
form. At all times, the cleanliness of the work area shall be preserved. The
CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for repairing any damage caused on adjacent
areas or structures, due to the coating mixing activities.
6.16.2 Each coating component shall be mixed separately using a power mixer, breaking and
incorporating all solids materials deposited on the bottom of the container, until
achieving a consistent and homogeneous liquid, without the presence of coating lumps
or settled material; at this moment the mixing of the two components can proceed.
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Only a pneumatic mixer can be used that does not introduce air, water or oil in the
coating being mixed. The mixer shall be cleaned at the end of the workday, or when a
different coating is going to be mixed, in order to remove all traces of the previous
coating. By no means it is permitted that a mixer with rests of the previous coating be
introduced in a new container.
6.16.3 The products shall be mixed in complete kits, as they have been supplied by the
coating manufacturer, and strictly following the recommendations indicated in the
PDS. Partial activation of the coating without using any proportioning method shall not
be permitted.
6.16.4 The CONTRACTOR will solicit the presence of the INSPECTOR at the moment of
preparation and mixing of the product for application.
6.16.5 The INSPECTOR can reject any material that has been mixed without following a
determined proportioning method, as described in 6.18.3, or when a reasonably doubt
exists regarding the mixing method of the coating’s components.
6.16.6 Thinning of the materials will be allowed only in case it is necessary, and strictly
following the proportions and the specified thinners indicated in the manufacturer’s
PDS. No thinner that is placed in plastic containers such as water or soda bottles will
be allowed to be in contact with the prepared coatings.
6.17 Products and Coating Scheme:
6.17.1 The approved coatings, DFT per coat, and the corresponding colors for the finish coat
are defined in Appendix B of this specification. No substitutes are allowed without
having met the requisites indicated in paragraph 5.7 of this document.
6.17.2 The stripe coat shall be applied before the application of each complete coat. The
stripe coat shall be applied following SSPC-PA Guide 11; the application method will
be by brush. All brushes used in one workday shall be discarded at the end of the work
shift. By no means the use of brushes that have been used in the previous day will be
allowed
6.17.3 The DFT of the stripe coat shall never exceed the maximum DFT allowed for the
coating being applied.
6.18 Application:
6.18.1 The coatings shall be applied by airless spray equipment. The pump size and tips used
shall be appropriate for achieving a correct product atomization without thinning it.
6.18.2 The application equipment shall comply with the minimum requirements established
by the coating manufacturer. All surfaces that have been prepared shall be coated as
soon as possible and before the achieved surface cleanliness is lost. Application by
roller is not permitted. The use of conventional spray equipment shall count with the
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previous approval by the COMPANY. The use of brushes will be limited to small areas
and touch-ups.
6.18.3 Pot life of each mixed product shall be followed. In case the period of time is exceeded,
all the product remaining in the container shall be discarded. By no means shall the
applicator or the CONTRACTOR try to extend the pot life of a coating once it has been
mixed, by using thinners or any other product or method.
6.18.4 The INSPECTOR can reject any coated area where there is certainty or reasonable
doubt regarding a material that has not been applied correctly, or that has been applied
after its pot life has exceeded. These areas shall be duly marked so that the
CONTRACTOR will prepare them again according to Section 7 of this specification.
6.18.5 The recommended recoat times indicated in each PDS shall be respected. The work
schedule presented by the CONTRACTOR shall contemplate the application of each
coat considering these recoat times. In case the specified recoat times are breached;
sanding will be allowed only for areas no larger than 2 m2 (21.5 ft2). Areas greater that
this shall be brush-off blasted according to NACE 4/SSPC-SP 7 to create the
necessary profile on the previous coating.
6.19 Dry Film Thickness:
6.19.1 Each coat shall be applied at the DFT indicated in Table 1 of this specification. If the
applicators consider it necessary or if it’s required by the INSPECTOR, metallic wet
film thickness gages will be used to control the application and assure that the DFT
specified is achieved. The wet film thickness measurements will be performed
according to ASTM D4414. All areas where the measurements were taken shall be
touched-up to avoid exposing the substrate or the underlying coat.
6.19.2 The DFT for each coat shall be measured according to SSPC-PA 2. The level of
restriction to determine the acceptance criteria of the thickness values obtained shall
be Level 3 of the same standard. All DFT readings shall be logged in the inspection
reports.
6.19.3 The CONTRACTOR shall not apply the second coat before the previous coating has
reached its recommended recoat time, or before all defects or imperfections found in
the first layer, as indicated in 6.22.1, have been corrected. The INSPECTOR shall
approve the application of the first coat, including the DFT measurements, before the
second coat is applied.
6.20 Quality of the Application:
6.20.1 The applied coating film shall be free of running, sagging, blisters, cracking; holidays
or any other discontinuity in the film, DFT outside the specified range, dry spray,
foreign contaminants, rust spots or rust bleed through, uncured areas, disbonded or
poorly adhered areas, as determined by a visual inspection or other methods
performed by the INSPECTOR and the CONTRACTOR. All necessary care shall be
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taken to ensure there is complete coverage of the structure and that the DFT
appropriate over the welds, nuts, bolts, and other hard to reach areas.
6.20.2 The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible to prepare any zone or area with corrosion
of the steel substrate, as it’s evidenced by a change in color, darkening, or the
appearance of a light rust film over the substrate before the coating is applied. Those
surfaces that exhibit any sign of corrosion shall be prepared according to Section 6.14
of this specification.
6.21 Repairs:
6.21.1 All damages or defects found in the applied film, as indicated in 6.22.1 of this
documents, shall be repaired before the next coating is applied.
6.21.2 All damages or defects found shall be repaired with the same coating where the
damages were found.
6.21.3 In case that the damage or defect is found in an area not larger than 100 cm² (15.5
in2), the repair can be done using power tools, electric or pneumatic, taking the
precaution of feathering the edges around the damaged area. Sanding discs, grade #
100 or 120, or other abrasive material that does not affect the original surface profile
can be used for this purpose.
6.21.4 In the cases where the metallic substrate is exposed and corrosion is observed, a
brush-off blast according to NACE No. 4/SSPC-SP 7, power tool cleaning to bare steel
according to SSPC-SP 11, can be done to correct the problem and restore the surface
to its original prepared condition. The anchor profile obtained by this method shall not
be less than 50 µm (2 mils). The edges around the defect shall be feathered before
the application of the repair coat.
6.21.5 All repaired areas shall be reinspected by the INSPECTOR as many times as needed
until ensuring that these areas fully comply with the parameters indicated in this
specification.
6.22 Cleaning:
6.22.1 At the end of each workday, all empty containers, rags, garbage and other waste
material shall be removed from the work site and disposed of strictly accordance with
BARRICK’s policy.
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6.23 QUALITY CONTROL
6.23.1 Requisites for the Personnel doing Quality Control and Quality Assurance:
6.23.2 The personnel performing quality control and assurance on behalf of the
CONTRACTOR must possess a minimum level of certification of NACE / SSPC
Coating Inspector Level 1, which must be active at the moment the project stats.
6.23.3 Before the project starts, the person in charge of quality control and assurance shall
provide the COMPANY a copy of the credential that accredits the person as a NACE
/ SSPC Level 1 Coatings Inspector, which will be verified at the NACE website.
6.23.4 The minimum required quality control tests are indicated in the Quality Plan in
Appendix 1 of this document. The CONTRACTOR will prepare an ITP that describes
the activities and methods used during QA/QC activities. The ITP prepared by the
CONTRACTOR shall meet the tests and acceptance criteria indicated in the Quality
Plan in Appendix 1.
6.23.5 The CONTRACTOR can perform additional tests different from the ones mentioned in
the Quality Plan in Appendix 1, only if they help in assuring the quality of the work
done, but in no case, these can be used to substitute the specified tests indicated in
the Quality Plan.
6.23.6 The CONTRACTOR is responsible for the quality of the job and for ensuring
compliance with this specification. In the same manner, the CONTRACTOR has the
responsibility of stopping the work at any moment and notifying the INSPECTOR on
site when a deviation from the specification or a condition that might affect the quality
or performance of the applied coating is detected.
6.23.7 The COMPANY reserves its right to inspect the job at any moment, as well as the
equipment, materials and their storage conditions, or any other aspect of the project
that he considers necessary at any moment. The INSPECTOR representing the
COMPANY shall have free and unrestricted access to all work areas, as well as all
places where the materials are stored, or where surface preparation or coating
application is being done.
6.23.8 The CONTRACTOR will be in charge of performing all the Quality Control tests
indicated in this document. The INSPECTOR will be informed at the moment when the
tests are being done and their results in case, he/she was unable to witness them.
6.23.9 All the instruments used in this project for Quality Control and Assurance, including,
shall have their respective Certificate of Calibration in current standing.
6.23.10 The INSPECTOR assigned by the COMPANY can perform his or her own tests at
any moment to verify those obtained and reported by the CONTRACTOR. In case that
there is a difference between two readings greater that 10%, which affects the specific
acceptance criteria for a particular test, a calibration adjustment shall be done (where
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applicable) for both instruments, and the readings will be repeated; in such a case that
the discrepancy between instruments persists, a third instrument, properly calibrated
and in perfect working condition, will be used to act as a referee to solve the
discrepancy
It must me stated that the instrument used as a referee must be of the same type and
measuring principle as the other two instruments that generated the discrepancy.
6.24 Inspection Reports:
6.24.1 The CONTRACTOR will maintain a detailed Inspection Report for each work shift,
where all tests performed and their results are logged in, history of calibration or
adjustments done on the instruments, material inventory, among other. This report
shall indicate all structures and equipment that have been prepared and/or coated
during the workday, dully identified, as well as the batch numbers of the abrasives and
coatings used.
6.24.2 The tests included in the Inspection Report must coincide with the tests indicated in
the ITP.
6.25 Abrasive Reception:
6.25.1 Every batch shall meet the requirements stablish in section 6.9
6.25.2 Three (03) samples per batch will be taken directly from the original abrasive package
and the material will be evaluated according to SSPC-AB 1, AB 2 or AB 3, depending
on the type of abrasive used. In case that one abrasive sample does not meet the
acceptance criteria established in the standard, two (02) additional samples of the
questioned batch will be taken; if one of these additional samples does not meet the
acceptance criteria of the standard, the complete batch or shipment of abrasive will be
rejected and sent back to the supplier or manufacturer.
6.26 Ambient Conditions:
6.26.1 The surface temperature, relative humidity, dew point, and ambient temperature shall
be verified and recorded at least every thirty (30) minutes during surface preparation
(including taking a measurement immediately before coatings are applied),
application, drying and curing. The first Reading shall be taken at least thirty (30)
minutes before the start of any activity at the beginning of the workday, and at the end
of such workday when the CONTRACTOR is getting ready to leave the work site. At
all moment, these readings shall comply with the parameters established in this
specification. The instruments that can be used for ambient condition measurements
are:
 Whirling psychrometer, contact surface thermometer and psychrometric tables.

 Thermo-hygrometer and contact surface thermometer.
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 Integrated thermo-hygrometer such as “DeFelsko DPM”, “Elcometer 319” or

similar.
6.27 Mixing and Thinning:
6.27.1 The INSPECTOR shall verify the mixing and thinning activities to ensure that the
provisions established in 6.16 of this specification are followed, and that the
manufacturer’s recommendations for each individual product are met.
6.28 DFT Measurements:
6.28.1 The instrument to be used for taking dry film thickness measurements will be a Type
2 gage, following the classification established in SSPC-PA 2. The acceptance criteria
will be based on the level of restriction 3 of SSPC-PA 2 after the adjustments made as
indicated in 6.29.3.
6.29 DFT Gage Calibration Verification:
6.29.1 A DFT gage calibration verification will be performed at the beginning of each shift and
at the end of the same shift; furthermore, an additional calibration verification will be
done at least once more during the same shift. Subsequent verifications can be done
any time the CONTRACTOR’s Quality personnel, or the COMPANY assigned
INSPECTOR considers it necessary, to ensure the precision of the readings reported
6.29.2 Preferably, the gage calibration verifications will be done over a bare steel area which
has been prepared to the specified degree, and with the anchor profile depth indicated
in this document, and before it is coated.
6.29.3 In case the gage calibration verification is done over a Coating Thickness Standard, a
metal plate with a value above the expected DFT reading shall be chosen. A correction
factor of 20 µm (0.8 mils) shall be applied to each reading and the corrected value duly
logged in the Inspection Reports.
6.30 Pull-Off Adhesion Tests:
6.30.1 Adhesion tests shall be done following the written procedure indicated in the standard
ASTM D4541. No cutting around the dollies will be allowed. The INSPECTOR shall be
responsible to ensure compliance with this section and will be in charge of performing
the adhesion tests.
6.30.2 The instrument to be used for this test shall be a self-aligning adhesion tester (Type V
or Test Method E) according to ASTM D4541; the dollies shall be 20 mm in diameter.
6.30.3 The test frequency and the minimum adhesion values permitted are indicated in the
following table.
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TABLE 1
MINIMUM ACCEPTED
STRUCTURE N° OF TESTS
VALUE
Exterior of tanks and
7 MPa (1,000 psi) 3 x structure
vessels
Aerial piping, structural
steel and other 4 Mpa (600 psi) 3 x structure
structures
For each selected zone of a particular structure, at least three (03) dollies will be glued to
the surface; for instance, in the exterior of each tank or vessel, at least nine (09) dollies
will be glued divided into three evaluation zones.
6.30.4 Adhesion or cohesion failures in any of the coats that conform a coating system, at
values below the accepted levels indicated in Table 1 will be considered unacceptable.
For any structure, if the average of the adhesion values is below the accepted values,
as indicated in Table 1, the test shall be repeated in two (02) other sites of the same
structure; if the results of any of the additional tests give values below the acceptance
criteria in Table 1, a meeting shall be called with the COMPANY’s AUTHORIZED
PERSONNEL to review the case and determine the following actions.
6.30.5 An acceptable result will be considered if the dolly does not take off upon reaching the
minimum accepted adhesion value. Glue failures occurring at values below those
mentioned must be repeated. All the results of the individual tests, as well as the
average of the three tests done at each site, will be duly recorded in the Inspection
Reports.
6.30.6 Test results shall be considered acceptable if the Dolly is not detached from the
surface when the minimum accepted value is achieved. Glue failures at values below
the minimum acceptable values shall be repeated. All adhesion test results, as well as
the average of the three tests performed at each site shall be logged in the Inspection
Reports.
6.30.7 All dollies that remain glued to the surface after the test is complete shall be removed
by electrically heating the dolly or using a handheld propane torch; the dolly shall be
detached by hitting it parallel to the surface. If coating damage occurs from this action,
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repairs shall be performed following the procedure indicated in 6.21.3 or 6.21.4 and
applying the same coating system that was used to coat the structure.
6.31 COMMUNICATION AND MEETINGS
6.31.1 Pre-Job Meeting:
6.31.2 A Pre-Job Meeting will be held twenty (20) calendar days previous to the start of the
Jobs. The place of the meeting will be determined by the COMPANY and notified to
all parties involved in the project in due time.
6.31.3 The assistants to this meeting will be defined in due time by the COMPANY; the
persons that should be included are the following: The Project Engineer (in case there
is one assigned by the COMPANY), the INSPECTOR or Inspection Company
assigned to the project by the COMPANY, the CONTRACTOR’s representative, and
a Technical Representative of the coating’s manufacturer.
6.31.4 A minute of this meeting will be produced with the agreements reached. After the
minutes have been signed by all parties, reflecting agreement with the provisions of
this specifications and any modifications made, the minutes will become part of the
contractual agreement as addendum to this specification.
6.31.2 Periodic Meetings:
During the execution of the project, there should be at least a weekly periodic meeting held,
where the CONTRACTOR, the INSPECTOR and a COMPANY representative (if available)
should be present. In these weekly meetings progress of the work will be reviewed against
the CONTRACTOR’s original work program, problems or deviations observed during the
week, resolution of pending matter, status of non-conformities, safety issues, and any other
aspect relevant to the project. Minutes of this meeting will be made and signed by all parties
present, and will be submitted to the COMPANY in a period not greater than two (02) working
days after the day of the meeting.
7. RECORD KEEPING
N/A
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8. APPENDICES
Provide documentation that will support the use of the Procedure (e.g. process maps, forms,
templates, etc.).
Appendix 1: QUALITY CONTROL PLANNING
Appendix 1: The following are the minimum tests and their frequencies required during the
project. The CONTRACTOR’s ITP shall comply with the minimum requirements of the
Quality Plan.
RELEVANT ACCEPTANCE
PROPERTY TEST METHOD FREQUENCY
SECTION CRITERIA
Abrasives and Coatings Reception
Condition of Packages should

the abrasives be closed, properly Each batch or
Visual Inspection 6.9.2 / 6.9.4
in their original labeled with the shipment
packages required information
Type: According to
6.8.1
Type, Silica free
chemical pH and soluble
Documental 6.10.1 / 6.10.3 Each batch or
analysis and salts according to
Revision / 6.10.4 shipment
size of the 6.8.3
abrasives Size: Necessary to
meet the required
anchor profile
Vial test, Meets SSPC-AB 1,

Each batch or
Abrasive tests 6.10.3 AB 2 o AB values in
Conductivity, pH shipment
6.8.3
Condition of
the coatings in As indicated in
Visual Inspection 6.9.2 / 6.9.4 Each coating batch
their original these sections
containers
According to the
Storage
Visual manufacturer’s Each coating
conditions of 6.9.6
Inspection written batch
the coatings
instructions
During Regular Production
Initial Inspection
100% of the
Surface visual/SSPC- 6.14.3 N.A.
structure
condition VIS 1
6.14.4 / Free of all oil and 100% of the
Precleaning SSPC-SP 1
6.14.10 grease prepared surface
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RELEVANT ACCEPTANCE
SECTION CRITERIA
According According
Soluble salts ISO/TR 15235 or ISO/TR 15235 or
N.A. 6.14.8
tests manufacturer manufacturer
recommendations recommendations
Not less than Butt 100% of the
Initial Weld C or Fillet welds in acidic
Visual
condition of 6.14.13 Weld C, corrosive
Inspection
the welds according to environments and
NACE SP0178 C5-I
SSPC-AB 1,
SSPC-AB 2 or
Abrasive According to the
SSPC-AB 3 Each abrasive
cleanliness 6.14.15 pertinent
depending on batch on site
test standard
the type of
abrasive
Compressed At the beginning
Free of water and
air ASTM D4285 6.14.16 and at the end of
oil
cleanliness each work shift
Blast nozzle Venturi nozzle; 90 Every time it’s
size and N.A. 6.14.17 – 100 psi at the deemed
pressure nozzle necessary
Abrasive Visual NACE 2/SSPC- 100% of the
6.14.18
cleaning Inspection SP 10 prepared surface
Angular profile
Anchor ASTM D4417 – 6.14.19 /
50 – 100 µm Every 50 m2
profile C 6.14.20
(2 – 4 mils)
6.14.24 / 1 test every 100
Dust test ISO 8502-3 Level 2/Class 1
6.14.25 m2
Psychrometers RH < 85%
Ambient or digital
6.15.2 / 6.26 Ts > 3 °C above Every 30 minutes
conditions thermo-
hygrometers the dew point
Coating According to Each time

Visual
preparation 6.16 manufacturer’s materials are
Inspection
and mixing indications prepared
According to According to
Dry film restriction level 3
SSPC-PA 2 6.19 / 6.28 SSPC-PA 2 Level
thickness of SSPC-PA 2 3
Calibration Gage calibrated
verification of Abrasive to the coating At the beginning
blasted surface 6.29
the DFT thickness to be of each work shift
gage or Coating measured
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SECTION CRITERIA
Thickness
Standards
Quality of Visual 100 % of the
6.20 Free of defects
application Inspection coated structures
Verification Visual
6.21 Defect corrected Every defect
of repair inspection
According to 3 tests per type of
Adhesion ASTM D4541 6.30
Table 1 structure
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Appendix 2: COATING SYSTEMS
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1 Zone Exercise
Zone Corrosivity Environmental Description

(ISO9223) pH
Zone 1 C5 Acidic Ore pile stock and grinding area. The acidic
ore produces a strong acidic environment pH
of 4 – 5
Zone 2 C5 and C4 Neutral Beyond the autoclave building the
environment changes to neutral with high
humidity.
Zone 3 C3 and Neutral Some areas with low exposure to the
below process and interior locations
Zone 4 C4 Alkaline In the lime process operation, the
environmental pH is alkaline of 9 - 11
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Table 1 - Coating Systems Carbon Steel Structures for Atmospheric Service
System Description Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4

A1 Interior high corrosivity and acidic  
environment.
A2 Interior high corrosivity and neutral    
environment.
A3 Interior moderate corrosivity and neutral  
environment.
A4 Exterior high corrosivity and acidic  
environment.
A5 Exterior high corrosivity and alkaline  
environment
A6 Exterior moderate corrosivity in neutral    
environment.
B1 Elevated temperature coating    
90 to 200 C
200 to 400 C under Insulation
200 to 400 C without Insulation
D1 Electrical equipment in the process area    
E1 Coating of galvanizing surfaces in    
process areas
 Recommended
 Not Recommended
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Table 2 - Performance Specifications for the Coating Systems
System Description Reference Coupon Comments

Standard Testing
A1 Interior high corrosivity and ISO12944 360 days Performance to meet ISO 12944
acidic environment. A5M.04 C5M environment and coupon
A6.06 testing.
A2 Interior high corrosivity and ISO12944 360 days Performance to meet ISO 12944
neutral environment. A5M.07 C5M environment and coupon
testing.
A3 Interior moderate ISO12944 N/A
corrosivity and neutral A5M.01
environment.
A4 Exterior high corrosivity ISO12944 360 days Performance to meet ISO 12944
and acidic environment. A5M.04 C5M environment and coupon
A6.06 testing.
A5 Exterior high corrosivity ISO12944 360 days Performance to meet ISO 12944
and alkaline environment A5M.004 C5M environment and coupon
testing.
A6 Exterior moderate ISO12944 N/A Performance as per ISO 12944
corrosivity in neutral A5M.01 C5I
environment.
B1 Elevated temperature NACE SP N/A Only approved products
coating 0198 selected.
90 to 200 C
200 to 400 C under
Insulation
200 to 400 C without
Insulation
D1 Electrical equipment in the N/A N/A Coating shall meet 1000 hours
process area of salt sprayed test. Iron
phosphate conversion coating
shall be applied followed
by rust inhibiting seal rinse prior
to paint application. Provide salt
spray test data for review and
approval.
E1 Coating of galvanizing 180 days Coupon testing on galvanized
surfaces in process areas panels.
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2 Coating Systems
2.1 System A1 – Interior high corrosivity (C5) in acidic environments up to 90 °C

To be used for steel surfaces including structural steel, piping, equipment, and tank and vessel exteriors
in high Corrosivity areas such as:
- Raw Ore Crushing, autoclave building, tailings, and raw ore conveyor galleries
- Areas subject to wash down in contact with ore
- Pump Houses handling ore or near to grinding facilities
- Equipment maintenance areas
Surface preparation: Abrasive blasting to SSPC SP10 with anchor pattern as per product
manufacturer recommendations.
System A1.1 – High Solid Epoxy System (3 Coat System)

- Performance characteristics as per system ISO 12944 Part 5 system A5M.04
Prime Coat Intermediate Coat Finish Coat

Description Epoxy primer Epoxy Aliphatic Amine Epoxy Aliphatic Amine
High Solids High Solids High Solids
100 – 150 µm (4-6 mils) 100 – 150 µm (4-6 mils) 100 – 150 µm (4-6 mils)
Vendor
Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 Macropoxy 646 Macropoxy 646
PPG Amerlock 2 Amerlock 2 Amerlock 2
Belzona Belzona 5811 Belzona 5811 Belzona 5811
Akzo Novel Intergard 475 HS Intergard 475 HS Intergard 475 HS
Carboline Carboguard 890 Carboguard 890 Carboguard 890
System A1.2 – Ultra High Solid Epoxy System (2 Coat System)

- Performance characteristics as per system ISO 12944 Part 5 system A6.06

Description Epoxy primer N/A Epoxy Aliphatic Amine
High Solids Ultra high solids
75 – 125 µm (3 – 5 600 - 800 µm (24 – 32
mils) mils0
Vendor
Sherwin Williams Dura Plate UHS Primer Dura Plate UHS Finish
PPG Amerlock 880 Amerlock 880
Belzona Belzona 4311 Belzona 4311
Akzo Novel Interzone 954 Interzone 954
Carboline Phenoline Tank shield Phenoline Tank shield
2.2 System A2 – Interior high corrosivity (C5) in neutral environments up to 90 °C

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- Oxygen Plant
- Electric Substation
- cyanide Destruction
- Carbon Leach
Performance characteristics as per system ISO 12944 Part 5 system A5M.07

Description Zinc Rich primer Epoxy Aliphatic Amine Epoxy Aliphatic Amine
OZ or IOZ High Solids High Solids
75 to 125 µm (3 -5 mils) 100 – 150 µm (4-6 mils) 100 – 150 µm (4-6 mils)
Vendor
Sherwin Williams Zinc Clad II Macropoxy 646 Macropoxy 646
PPG Amercoat 68HS Amerlock 2 Amerlock 2
Akzo Novel Interzinc 52 Intergard 475 HS Intergard 475 HS
Carboline Carbozinc 859 Carboguard 890 Carboguard 890
2.3 System A3 – Interior moderate corrosivity (C4) in neutral and alkaline environments up to 90
°C
- Interior of warehouse buildings
- Maintenance shop
- Light duty areas
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Description Zinc Rich primer N/A Epoxy Aliphatic Amine
OZ or IOZ High Solids
75 to 125 µm (3 – 5 100 – 150 µm (4-6 mils)
mils)
Vendor
Sherwin Williams Zinc Clad II Macropoxy 646
PPG Amercoat 68HS Amerlock 2
Akzo Novel Interzinc 52 Intergard 475 HS
Carboline Carbozinc 859 Carboguard 890
2.4 System A4 – Exterior high corrosivity (C5) in acidic environments up to 90 °C

- Raw Ore Crushing, autoclave building, tailings, and raw ore conveyor galleries
- Areas subject to wash down in contact with ore
- Pump Houses handling ore or near to grinding facilities
- Equipment maintenance areas
System A4.1 –High Solid Epoxy System (3 Coat System)

Description Epoxy primer Epoxy Aliphatic Amine Polysiloxane
High Solids High Solids UV Resistant
100 – 150 µm (4-6 mils) 100 – 150 µm (4-6 mils) 75 – 125 µm (3 – 5
mils)
Vendor
Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 Macropoxy 646 Sherloxane 800
PPG Amerlock 2 Amerlock 2 PSX 700
Akzo Novel Intergard 475 HS Intergard 475 HS Interfine 878
Carboline Carboguard 890 Carboguard 890 Carboxane 2000
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System A4.2 – Ultra High Solid Epoxy System (3 Coat System)
- Performance characteristics as per system ISO 12944 Part 5 system A6.06

Description Epoxy primer Epoxy Aliphatic Amine Polysiloxane
High Solids Ultra high solids UV Resistant
75 – 125 µm (3 – 5 600 - 800 µm (24 – 32 75 – 125 µm (3 – 5
mils) mils) mils)
Vendor
Sherwin Williams Dura Plate UHS Primer Dura Plate UHS Finish Sherloxane 800
PPG Amerlock 880 Amerlock 880 PSX 700
Akzo Novel Interzone 954 Interzone 954 Interfine 878
Carboline Phenoline Tank shield Phenoline Tank shield Carboxane 2000
2.5 System A5 – Exterior moderate corrosivity (C4) in alkaline environments up to 90 °C

- Lime kilns building
- Conveyors and lime staking building
- Lime crusher

Description Epoxy primer N/A Polyurethane
High Solids UV Resistant
100 – 150 µm (4-6 mils) 50 – 75 µm (2-3 mils)
Vendor
Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 Acrolon 7300
PPG Amerlock 2 Amercoat 450 H
Akzo Novel Intergard 475 HS Interthane 990
Carboline Carboguard 890 Carbothane 134 HG
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2.6 System A6 – Exterior moderate corrosivity (C4) in neutral environments up to 90 °C

- Oxygen Plant
- Electric Substation
- Cyanide Destruction
- Carbon Leach
-

Description Zinc Rich primer Epoxy Aliphatic Amine Polyurethane
OZ or IOZ High Solids UV Resistant
75 – 125 µm (3 – 5 100 – 150 µm (4-6 mils) 50 – 75 µm (2-3 mils)
mils)
Vendor
Sherwin Williams Zinc Clad II Macropoxy 646 Acrolon 7300
PPG Amercoat 68HS Amerlock 2 Amercoat 450 H
Akzo Novel Interzinc 52 Intergard 475 HS Interthane 990
Carboline Carbozinc 859 Carboguard 890 Carbothane 134 HG
2.7 System B1- Coating system for elevated temperature from 90 to 200 °C
Description High Temperature Multi High Temperature Multi N/A
Polymeric Coating or Polymeric Coating or
Epoxy Phenolic - High Epoxy Phenolic - High
Solids Solids
75 – 125 µm (3 – 5 75 – 125 µm (3 – 5
mils) mils)
Vendor
Sherwin Williams Heat Flex Hi Temp Heat Flex Hi Temp
1200 1200
PPG Hi Temp 222 Hi Temp 222
Akzo Novel Interbond 2340 UPC Interbond 2340 UPC
Carboline Thermaline 450 EP Thermaline 450 EP
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2.8 System B2 – Coating System Elevated temperature coating 200 to 400 °C under Insulation
Description Multi Polymeric Coating Multi Polymeric Coating N/A
Or Silicon Polymer Or Silicon Polymer
75 – 125 µm (3 – 5 75 – 125 µm (3 – 5
mils) mils)
Vendor
1200 1200
PPG High Temp 1027 High Temp 1027
Belzona
Akzo Novel Intertherm 751 CSA Intertherm 751 CSA
Carboline Thermaline Heat Shield Thermaline Heat Shield
2.9 System B3 - Coating System Elevated temperature coating 200 to 400 °C without Insulation
Description Multi Polymeric Coating Multi Polymeric Coating N/A
Or Silicon Polymer Or Silicon Polymer
75 – 125 µm (3 – 5 75 – 125 µm (3 – 5
mils) mils)
Vendor
1200 1200
PPG High Temp 1027 High Temp 1027
Belzona
Akzo Novel Intertherm 1202 UPC Intertherm 1202 UPC
Carboline Thermaline Heat Shield Thermaline Heat Shield
2.10 System D1 – Electrical Equipment in Process Area

Description Powder Coating
Polyester TGIC
100 to 150 µm (4 – 6 mils)
Vendor
Sherwin Williams Poliester TGIC
PPG
Belzona
Akzo Novel
Carboline
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2.11 System E1 – Coating of galvanizing surfaces in process areas

Description Epoxy primer N/A Polyurethane or Polysiloxane
High Solids Finish.
75 – 125 µm (3 – 5 mils) 75 – 125 µm (3 – 5 mils)
Vendor
Sherwin Williams Macropoxy 646 Acrolon 7300
PPG Amerlock 2 Amercoat 450 H
Akzo Novel Intergard 475 HS Interthane 990
Carboline Carbomastic 15 Carbothane 134 HG
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Appendix 3: COLOR CHART
PAINT
COLOR SCHEME
Equipment Paint Color AMERON
Color Code
Manufactured equipment Manufacturer's standard (Unless noted
otherwise below)
Fabricated platework (including, but not limited Beige 1600 CLAY TAN
to, field fabricated tanks, pumpboxes, bins,
thickeners, etc)
Slurry Pumps Pearl Grey GR-3
Carbon Pumps Pearl Grey GR-3
Mills Beige 1600 CLAY TAN
Cranes, crane bridge, runway beam Safety yellow YE-3
(stencil capacity in safety black)
Monorail, monorail beams Safety yellow YE-3
(stencil capacity in safety black)
Bollards Safety yellow (striped with safety black) YE-3
Equipment guards Safety yellow YE-3
Pumpboxes Beige 1600 CLAY TAN
Structural steel Pearl Grey GR-3
Floor grating, checker plate, interior and exterior Black BK-1
stair treads
Handrails, kickplates, ladders and cages Safety yellow YE-3
Safety Guards Safety yellow YE-3
Fire Fighting Equipment Safety red RD-2
First Aid Equipment Safety green GN-6
HVAC equipment Manufacturer’s standard -
Piping See Specification CS-0000-17-0008 -
Instruments, Panels Consoles, Panel Boards Manufacturer’s standard -
and Cabinets
Cyanide mix and storage tanks Safety orange OR-2
EW barren and pregnant tanks Safety orange OR-2
Caustic mix and storage tanks Safety orange OR-2
Flocculant mix and storage tanks Safety orange OR-2
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Diesel, HFO, gasoline tanks Sand BR-4

Compressed air, instrument air, Nitrogen tanks Safety blue BL-6
Hydrogen sulphide: biogas reactor and Safety yellow YE-3

contactors
Fresh, potable and demin water tanks exterior Safety green GN-6
Other tanks (located outside of buildings) (See Beige 1600 CLAY TAN
Note 2)
Other tanks (located inside of buildings) (See Beige 1600 CLAY TAN
Note 2)
Other Vessels (See Note 2) Aluminum AL-1
Note:
1. Equivalent colors listed in other codes are subject to Buyer’s review and approval upon written request by
Supplier.
2. The color shall be as indicated when it is not specified elsewhere in this color scheme. (e.g. air receiver
thanks shall the same color use for the compressed air system).

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DocuSign Envelope ID: 4119AE84-0924-4947-9B42-571797715F4E

SCOPE: Pueblo Viejo Dominicana Corporation

Reliability GS / PV December 27, 2019

Ice Dragon Corrosion / December 30, 2019

REVISION DATE DESCRIPTION OF CHANGES AND/OR MODIFICATIONS

2. SCOPE AND APPLICATION

 Structural steel, steel platforms

 Exterior of tanks and other vessels

 Electrical equipment including instrumentation cabinets

This specification includes all equipment and structures made of:

 Hot Dip Galvanized steel

 Other metals and alloys

ISO 9223 – “Corrosion of metals and alloys – Corrosivity of atmospheres – Classification,

SSPC-PA Guide 3 – “A Guide to Safety in Paint Application”

SSPC Paint 20 – “Zinc-Rich Coating Inorganic and Organic”

SSPC-PA 1 – “Shop, Field, and Maintenance Painting of Steel”

SSPC-Guide 12 – “Guide for Illumination of Industrial Painting Projects”

SSPC-SP 1 – “Solvent Cleaning”

SSPC-AB 1 – “Mineral and Slag Abrasives”

SSPC-AB 2 – “Cleanliness of Metallic Ferrous Abrasives”

SSPC-AB 3 – “Ferrous Metallic Abrasives”

NACE No. 2/SSPC-SP 10 – “Near White Metal Blast Cleaning”

NACE No. 4/SSPC-SP 7 – “Brush-Off Blast Cleaning”

SSPC-PA 2 – “Procedure for Determining Conformance to Dry Coating Thickness

SSPC-SP 11 – “Power Tool Cleaning to Bare Metal”

4. ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITIONS

ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials

TRANSITION ZONE Area of a pipe defined by a zone of approximately 50 cm long

5. RESPONSIBILITY & AUTHORIZING PERSONS

 Current material, design or process

 The proposed change

 Reasons for the change

 Date when the CONTRACTOR proposes to implement the change

6.1 Inspection of the Work:

6.2 The CONTRACTOR shall submit the following information:

6.2.1 With the Economic Bid:

 Accreditations or certifications such as ISO 9000 or equivalent.

6.2.2 Before the Start of Production:

6.3 SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT

6.5 Personal Protective Equipment:

 Hard hat approved by NIOSH o similar

6.6 Cleaning and Surface Preparation:

6.8 Protection of Surrounding Areas:

6.8.1 A maximum protection to the surrounding environment shall be provided, according to

The PDS shall indicate at least the following technical information:

 % solids per volume

 Temperature ranges for application, and application and curing procedures in

6.12 Surface Preparation and Coating Application Equipment:

6.14 SURFACE PREPARATION

other techniques, to the entire satisfaction of the INSPECTOR. These corrective

6.15 COATING APPLICATION

6.15.2 Environmental Conditions

6.17 Products and Coating Scheme:

6.19 Dry Film Thickness:

6.20 Quality of the Application:

6.23 QUALITY CONTROL

6.24 Inspection Reports:

6.25 Abrasive Reception:

6.26 Ambient Conditions:

 Whirling psychrometer, contact surface thermometer and psychrometric tables.

 Integrated thermo-hygrometer such as “DeFelsko DPM”, “Elcometer 319” or

6.27 Mixing and Thinning: