Surface Preparation and Paint Application (C6) Certification

This program provides foundational, hands-on training for new and existing industrial sprayers and abrasive blasters. It is designed to be delivered in-house to build a qualified workforce skilled in quality work completed safely and efficiently.

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Program Overview

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for industrial and marine painters, coating applicators, and contractor personnel who need to be certified in hand/power tool surface preparation and brush/roll application.

Prerequisites & Certification Path

Work Experience: A minimum of 150 hours of documented experience in surface preparation and paint application is required for full certification.

Provisional Certification:Students without the required hours can take the course and exams. They will receive a letter of completion and have one year to gain the necessary experience to become certified.

Ethics Requirement: Successful completion of the “Ethics for the Corrosion Professional” eCourse is also required for certification.

Key Topics Covered

Corrosion fundamentals and control processes

Solvent cleaning and hand/power tool cleaning to SSPC standards (SP 2, 3, 11, 15)

Assessing surface cleanliness using visual standards (SSPC-VIS 3)

Coating basics for brush and roll application

Practical brush and roll application techniques Use of wet and dry film thickness gauges and determining cure

Program Structure

2 Day Course

4 Year Certification Term

0.7 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Course Details

Mode: In-person

Schedule: Contact for dates

Pricing: Contact for pricing