Before performing surface prep and touch up, what must be obtained?

• A. Approval from Safety Officer
• B. Approval from FSR/QAR
• C. Approval from Operations Manager
• D. Approval from Customer

Answer: (B)

Approvals from the FSR and QAR are required before performing surface prep and touch up. This formal sign-off provides both field authorization and quality oversight, ensuring the work follows approved procedures and meets the necessary standards for corrosion control. The FSR confirms the task fits the current maintenance plan and field conditions, while the QAR verifies that the work will achieve the required quality and safety specifications and is traceable. Other approvals—such as safety officers, operations managers, or the customer—may be relevant in different contexts, but the configuration requiring FSR/QAR ensures the work is properly authorized and quality-controlled.