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The latest version of American Institute of Steel Construction’s (AISC) Standard for Certification Programs (AISC 207-23) is now available for download on AISC’s website.
The latest edition will continue to serve as a reference for the AISC certification program, setting a quality level for structural steel fabricators and erectors. It has been approved by the certification standards committee and AISC’s board of directors. It will take effect for current program participants and applicants for audits on or after June 1, superseding the 2020 version.
“AISC’s certification program is designed to help specifiers choose fabricators and erectors who have the personnel, organization, experience, procedures, equipment, and commitment to build quality at the start of a project by preventing errors, instead of correcting them,” says Todd Alwood, vice-president of membership and certification at AISC. “It’s one thing that makes structural steel such a reliable choice. This update ensures certified fabricators and erectors are adhering to the latest best practices to provide high-quality work.”
Some of the changes include updates to the glossary, welding, inspection and testing procedure requirements, and clarifications on subcontracting work and record retention requirements. Names of references are revised and commentary is updated—all clearly aligned with AISC’s Code of Standard Practice.
