What is an SCC Petrochemistry?
The SCC Petrochemicals certificate is specifically designed for contractors operating in the petrochemical industry. It combines direct supervision of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) practices at the worksite with a robust HSE management structure at the organisational level, along with additional industry-specific requirements.
How does certification work in practice?
The SCC checklist forms the basis for a structured approach to safety, health and the environment. Although SCC was originally developed for the (petro)chemical sector, it is also applied in other high-risk sectors, such as:
- Mechanical and mechanical engineering
- Electrical engineering and process control
- Construction and civil engineering
- Technical services (insulation, scaffolding, industrial cleaning, blasting/conservation, vertical transport)
With a VCA Petrochemistry certificate you show that safety, health and environment is integrally anchored in your organization. You show clients, suppliers and employees that you control risks and apply preventive measures structurally. The client determines whether an SCC certificate is required and which level is needed: SCC*, SCC** or SCC Petrochemistry.
Working method
Four steps to your VCA Petrochemistry certificate
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Quotation request - quick and clear
Attach your organizational chart and risk analysis to your application.
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Certification agreement - clear agreements
Do you agree with the offer? Then sign the agreement and provide the necessary documents.
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Audit - from assessment to verification
Phase 1: Document review
Phase 2: On-site verification
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Result - your certificate-petrochemistry
The certificate is valid for three years. A verification audit takes place annually. A recertification audit follows after three years.
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Frequently Asked Questions About VCA Certification for the Petrochemical Industry
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SCC Petrochemistry contains additional sector-specific requirements and is intended for contractors in the petrochemical sector.
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That depends on the client. In petrochemicals, this level is often required for contractors.
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Three years, with annual surveillance audits and then a recertification audit.
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Yes. The management and control of subcontractors is part of the audit.
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During a VCA audit, the VCA checklist is used. You can find this checklist on the websites of SSVV and BeSaCC-VCA. Make sure that all documents and records referred to in the checklist are available for inspection.
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The auditor assesses both documentation and the practical application of safety measures in the workplace.
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VCA Petrochemicals is not intended for self-employed individuals without employees
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The turnaround time depends on the size and preparation of your organization. During the intake we provide a realistic schedule.
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The audit can be carried out in Dutch, French or English.