Coating Inspector Level 1 (21-40) Exam
Questions and Complete Solutions
Graded A+
When performing tests for oil and grease using an ultra-violet light, the NACE Inspector should be aware
that: - Answer: Synthetic oil or grease may not be identified
To achieve consistently accurate results with ALL alt test equipment - Answer: wash your hands before
sampling.
When holiday testing is required the Inspector is always required to enforce NACE SP 0188: - Answer:
True
If the specifier does not identify a restriction level in accordance with SSPC PA 2, the default restriction
level is: - Answer: Level 3
Fine cracks in the surface of a coating that rarely reach the substrate are called - Answer: checking
It is good practice for the NACE Inspector to have instrument calibration certificates available: - Answer:
At all times
In a non-convertible coating the role of the primary solvent is to: - Answer: To control the evaporation
rate
Removal of welds splatter is required: - Answer: When specifically identified in the owner's specification
Common errors that may produce inaccurate readings when using a Dial-Type Magnetic Pull-Off Dry
Filth Thickness (DFT) gauge include: Select All That Apply - Answer: Failing to determine the base metal
reading (BMR)
Rotating the dial too fast when taking measurements
Questions and Complete Solutions
Graded A+
When performing tests for oil and grease using an ultra-violet light, the NACE Inspector should be aware
that: - Answer: Synthetic oil or grease may not be identified
To achieve consistently accurate results with ALL alt test equipment - Answer: wash your hands before
sampling.
When holiday testing is required the Inspector is always required to enforce NACE SP 0188: - Answer:
True
If the specifier does not identify a restriction level in accordance with SSPC PA 2, the default restriction
level is: - Answer: Level 3
Fine cracks in the surface of a coating that rarely reach the substrate are called - Answer: checking
It is good practice for the NACE Inspector to have instrument calibration certificates available: - Answer:
At all times
In a non-convertible coating the role of the primary solvent is to: - Answer: To control the evaporation
rate
Removal of welds splatter is required: - Answer: When specifically identified in the owner's specification
Common errors that may produce inaccurate readings when using a Dial-Type Magnetic Pull-Off Dry
Filth Thickness (DFT) gauge include: Select All That Apply - Answer: Failing to determine the base metal
reading (BMR)
Rotating the dial too fast when taking measurements
