Kiwa has published version 2 of its Specific Certification Program ‘K21045 SCP10’
SCP10 focuses on cleaning fire protection systems that use PFAS-based extinguishing foam.
Europe is actively working to minimize PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in the environment. This initiative also affects the foams used in Fire Protection Systems.
A year ago, an expert group introduced a specific certification program K21045 SCP10, focused on the cleaning of Fire Protection Systems. This cleaning process takes place after PFAS-containing foam has been removed from the system. Its primary goal is to effectively eliminate residual PFAS from the inner surfaces of tanks, piping, and appendages, where these substances tend to adhere strongly.
Proper cleaning is essential to reduce the risk of PFAS transferring into new PFAS-free foam to an acceptable level, based on best practicable techniques.
Over the past year, the program has been refined using feedback from external experts and practical experience. While the core requirements remain unchanged, the context and readability have been improved to clarify objectives, requirements, and process steps. Additionally, the annex now addresses the latest developments in European regulations.
The accompanying guidance document for SCP10 has also been updated, sharing knowledge and experience with the market.
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Version 2 of the SCP10 and the revised interpretation document are now available for download from our website: K21045 Fire Protection Systems
K21045 Fire Protection Systems
The SCP10 is part of TIC scheme ‘K21045 Fire Protection Systems’. This scheme is internationally applicable for testing, inspecting and certifying fire protection systems.
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K21045 Fire Protection Systems
The K21045 Fire Protection Systems is the assessment scheme for testing, inspection and certification (TIC) of fixed fire protection systems. This scheme therefore focuses primarily on manufacturers, installers and maintenance companies and offers these parties the opportunity to deliver products and services with verifiably a high degree of quality assurance within the wide range of fixed fire protection systems. But end users also have an interest in a conclusive quality chain. The objective of this TIC scheme K21045 is to improve safety and security through uniform application of the relevant international standards relating to fire protection systems.
