For a plant producing deflected or harped strand prestressed products, personnel must be certified at what level?

The certification for personnel in a plant producing deflected or harped strand prestressed products is classified as PCI Level III. This level indicates that the personnel have reached a higher standard of training and expertise necessary to handle the complexities inherent in the production of these specialized prestressed concrete components. PCI Level III certification ensures that the staff understands the unique requirements of designing and manufacturing products that have specific load-deflection characteristics, often due to the intricate nature of harping and deflection techniques used in the prestressing process.

This level of certification emphasizes a thorough understanding of not just the operational procedures but also the engineering principles that apply to the manufacturing of prestressed products, thereby ensuring quality and safety in their production.