CORROSION INSIGHTS
Contract-Specific QA/QC Management Plan for the industrial & protective coatings industry and other contracting industries Nick Karakasch, Total Corrosion Consultants – Victoria, Australia nkarakasch@gmail.com
In this article, Nick Karakasch, a recognised expert in protective coatings and corrosion control and contributor to several previous editions of our magazine, shares his practical guidance on developing a Contract-Specific Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Management Plan for the industrial and protective coatings sector. The article presents proven best practices for surface preparation, coating application, inspection, and safety procedures.
T
his document provides an example of a “Contract-Specific Quality Management Plan” for abrasive blast cleaning and the application of protective coatings. It outlines the components of the protective system and the reporting methods required to ensure that the installation meets the
highest achievable standards of quality for its intended function. This document relates to Australian conditions; however, the principles and guidance it provides, with suitable modifications, are applicable to similar industrial operations in other jurisdictions.
APRIL 2026 | CORROSION PROTECTION
13