This standard provides a procedure that shall be used to (1) assess structures for atmospheric corrosion; (2) assess the level of risk to the structure in terms of corrosion attack and degradation to the existing coating system; (3) make informed decisions based on those findings as to whether coating repair is needed@ and if so@ to what extent; and (4) apply repair coatings to the structure if applicable. This standard applies to the repair of above-grade atmospheric coatings. For the purposes of this standard@ the atmospheric area to be coated generally comprises of that portion of the utility support structure above the transition zone@ which is that portion of the coating exposed up to 600 mm (24 in) above grade. This standard is limited to the above-grade and atmospheric portions of utility support structures. It does not address below-grade coating repair within and below the transition zone. This standard does not address foundations or guy anchoring systems. This standard does not cover the coating of aluminum@ weathering steel@ concrete@ or any material other than steel. Likewise@ it does not cover the coating of nonsupport structures such as fencing@ buildings@ transformers@ or other miscellaneous components within the transmission@ distribution@ and substation systems. This standard does not cover new construction@ transition zone@ below-grade@ or water immersion. These areas of concern are addressed specifically in other NACE/IEEE standards. This standard does not address mechanical or structural damage@ mechanical or structural repairs@ or structural integrity. Purpose: This standard serves as a resource for preparing specifications to achieve the successful coating of utility structures.