Some of the failures related to coating specification in a project can be caused for the lack of:
- Experience and technical knowledge of the specifier.
- Knowledge of the real environment in service.
- Clear and reasonable durability expectations.
- Proper selection of the coating system.
- Objective processes for system qualification.
- Clear requirements for surface preparation.
- Clear requirements in the application of coatings.
- Qualification and capability of the contractor.
- Adequate requirements of the work place.
- Clear requirements for inspection and quality control.
- Failures related to the design of structures.
- Adequate Inspection and Test Plan.
- Adequate communication channels.
- Coating maintenance plan.