Coating Inspector Level 1 (81-100) questions
and answers with solutions
The primary difference between Non-Convertible vs. Convertible coatings is: - ANSWER Non-
convertible coatings do not undergo a chemical change during curing whereas Convertible
coatings do
According to SSPC PA 2 a Spot Measurement is: - ANSWER The average of gauge readings
taken in a 4cm (1.5 inch) circle
Whenever dissimilar metals must join, the most common practice is to - ANSWER provide
cathodic protection to prevent corrosion,
Check abrasive blast pressure close to the - ANSWER blast nozzle
Removal of surface contaminants is done by: - ANSWER A combination of methods
When working as a NACE Inspector in a situation where there is a difference of opinion, the
Inspector needs to: - ANSWER Never change his/her mind
In the event of a conflict between the project specification and the coating manufactures' product
data sheet, the Inspector's first course of action should be too: - ANSWER Use the job
specification as a guide
A single application coating film has a measured dry film thickness (DFT) between 4 and 5 mils
(between 100 and 125 microns). The volume solids of the coating immediately before
application were 67%, What wet film thickness (WFT) was applied? - ANSWER 6 to 7 mils
(150 to 175 microns)
Most industrial coatings are: - ANSWER Organic
Due to a previous premature coating failure the owner has required the original coating
applicator to return to remove and replace 10,000 square feet of a failed three coat system at the
applicator's cost. Due to the financial implications of another failure, the owner has offered you
the job as the NACE CIP Level 1 Coating Inspector and explained that he expects you to be his
"insurance policy" for this job. You have never been involved in a warranty job before and are
unfamiliar with the coating system. Your preferred FIRST course of action is to: - ANSWER
Review the Product Data Sheets, and conduct a walk thru of the job site prior to the pre-job
Conference
To be of value the Inspector's documentation must be: - ANSWER Timely, accurate and concise
and answers with solutions
The primary difference between Non-Convertible vs. Convertible coatings is: - ANSWER Non-
convertible coatings do not undergo a chemical change during curing whereas Convertible
coatings do
According to SSPC PA 2 a Spot Measurement is: - ANSWER The average of gauge readings
taken in a 4cm (1.5 inch) circle
Whenever dissimilar metals must join, the most common practice is to - ANSWER provide
cathodic protection to prevent corrosion,
Check abrasive blast pressure close to the - ANSWER blast nozzle
Removal of surface contaminants is done by: - ANSWER A combination of methods
When working as a NACE Inspector in a situation where there is a difference of opinion, the
Inspector needs to: - ANSWER Never change his/her mind
In the event of a conflict between the project specification and the coating manufactures' product
data sheet, the Inspector's first course of action should be too: - ANSWER Use the job
specification as a guide
A single application coating film has a measured dry film thickness (DFT) between 4 and 5 mils
(between 100 and 125 microns). The volume solids of the coating immediately before
application were 67%, What wet film thickness (WFT) was applied? - ANSWER 6 to 7 mils
(150 to 175 microns)
Most industrial coatings are: - ANSWER Organic
Due to a previous premature coating failure the owner has required the original coating
applicator to return to remove and replace 10,000 square feet of a failed three coat system at the
applicator's cost. Due to the financial implications of another failure, the owner has offered you
the job as the NACE CIP Level 1 Coating Inspector and explained that he expects you to be his
"insurance policy" for this job. You have never been involved in a warranty job before and are
unfamiliar with the coating system. Your preferred FIRST course of action is to: - ANSWER
Review the Product Data Sheets, and conduct a walk thru of the job site prior to the pre-job
Conference
To be of value the Inspector's documentation must be: - ANSWER Timely, accurate and concise
