Certified Coating Specialists wraps up W.T. Finlay Bridge Rehabilitation
January 26, 2010, Vancouver, BC – Certified Coating Specialists Inc. has reached substantial completion of the rehabilitation construction project on the W.T. Finlay Bridge in the City of Medicine Hat, Alberta.
Certified was contracted by the City for the removal and replacement of the bridge deck, concrete sidewalk panels, and the guard and hand rails. A major component of the work in this project was the removal of all the old lead based paint. As a SSPC (Society of Protective Coatings) QP‐2 Lead Abatement Certified contractor, CCS was up to the challenge and delivered outstanding results. “The protection of people and the environment on a lead abatement project requires effective, knowledge based planning and controlled removal of the hazardous waste,” says Randy Tilley, CCS Operations Manager. “Our lead abatement program does just that. We have the trained and experienced staff, certification and equipment.” Tilley adds.
“Work place safety is paramount to our team which is why we are BC & Alberta COR certified.” says Larry Dirk, NCSO (National Construction Safety Officer), Certifieds’ Site Safety Supervisor. Dirk is also a resident of Medicine Hat and adds, “…we completed this very special project without incident…and we can all be proud to have played a role…”
On January 15th, 2010 the City of Medicine Hat held a Grand Opening of the bridge and was broadcasted for the city to experience on ‘MY96FM’, a local Medicine Hat radio station. Fred Scherer, resident of Medicine Hat and owner of a neighboring apartment building, watched the progression and completion of the rehabilitation from start to finish, “I’m very impressed with the work performed by the Certified staff…they did a great job!”
The Finlay Bridge is now more than 100 years old, and with the investment made by the city on this project this heritage asset will continue to meet the demands of vehicular and pedestrian traffic for many years to come. “At the City of Medicine Hat we are pleased with Certified Coating Specialists Inc. commitment to quality, safety and professionalism. The City is grateful that in spite of complexities associated with rehabilitation of the 101 year old Finlay Bridge, inclement weather and project scope changes a quality product was delivered.” says Bruce Thurber, P. Eng, City of Medicine Hat. Thurber continues, “Certified Coating Specialists Inc. has done a first‐class job for the City of Medicine Hat.”
Certified Coating Specialists Inc., (CCS) area of expertise is corrosion prevention and aesthetic enhancement of corporate assets through the rehabilitation of coating systems. Through the continual advancement, certification and accreditation within this area, CCS has emerged as a major player in lead abatement for all coating removal requirements. CCS is committed to providing the resources, education, training and daily reinforcement to empower everyone CCS employs to meet the goal of exceeding customer expectations. www.ccscoatings.ca
