Course #PPG380

Refinish Preparation Specialist

As a core program of PPG training, this program trains entry-level automotive and fleet technicians in personal safety, equipment, and fundamental preparation procedures of the repair and refinish process.

Prerequisite

None

Who Should Attend

Entry-level assistant technicians that will use PPG products and processes and have never received formal PPG training.

Course Length

2 days (16 Hours)

Class Size

8-10 people

Course Objectives

• To train entry-level technicians to assist automotive and fleet body and refinish technicians
• To develop the skills of entry-level technicians in the areas of substrate cleaning, sanding, masking, bumper cover and plastic parts preparation and keeping a clean shop
• To certify the technician in EPA 6H Area Source Rule requirements

Topics Covered

• Safety
• Fundamental shop terms/language
• Substrate identification
• Proper substrate cleaning techniques
• Sandpaper and sandpaper grit fundamentals
• Proper use and misuse of a dual action (DA) sander
• Preparing substrates for undercoat application
• Fundamental masking techniques for a small repair area
• Shop Stewardship
• EPA 6H Area Source Rule Certification