Introduction:

The BGAS Grade 1: Advanced Training in Coating Inspection is a comprehensive technical training program designed by Global Horizon Training Center to enhance the knowledge and inspection capabilities of professionals working in coating and surface protection fields, especially within oil, gas, marine, and infrastructure sectors. This course is intended for professionals who have already acquired basic coating inspection experience (e.g., BGAS Grade 2 or equivalent) and are now looking to deepen their skills and practical expertise in advanced surface preparation, coating systems, and inspection procedures.

Objectives:

Upon completing the training, participants will be able to:

• Understand advanced requirements of coating specifications and international standards.

• Conduct detailed surface preparation and coating inspections using professional tools.

• Identify coating defects and assess their causes and implications.

• Monitor environmental and application conditions that affect coating performance.

• Improve documentation, reporting, and quality assurance in coating-related activities.

Course Methodology:

• Classroom-based interactive lectures

• Hands-on demonstrations with inspection instruments

• Group-based technical case studies

• Real-world problem-solving exercises

• Visual defect identification using coating samples

• Practice sessions simulating BGAS Grade 1-level inspection tasks

Organizational Impact:

Organizations participating in this training will benefit from:

• Enhanced inspection quality and reduced rework on coating projects

• Better compliance with client requirements and international standards

• Improved risk mitigation against corrosion and coating failure

• Strengthened project documentation and audit readiness

• A more capable QA/QC workforce with advanced technical awareness

Target Audience:

• Coating inspectors with foundational knowledge (BGAS Grade 2 level or similar)

• QA/QC personnel in oil & gas, marine, and heavy industry sectors

• Painting supervisors, foremen, and site engineers

• Professionals involved in quality assurance of protective coatings

• Individuals aiming to transition toward senior-level coating inspection roles.

Outlines:

Day 1: Overview of Coating Standards and Specifications

• Introduction to BGAS Grade 1 scope

• In-depth review of ISO, NACE, ASTM, and SSPC standards

• Understanding coating specification sheets and project requirements

• Coating system classifications and selection criteria

Day 2: Surface Preparation – Advanced Practices

• Blasting techniques and surface profile measurement

• Types of surface contamination and cleaning verification

• Environmental conditions affecting surface preparation

• Practical workshop: using profile gauges, salt contamination tests

Day 3: Application Monitoring and Inspection Techniques

• Application methods (manual and automated)

• Monitoring coating thickness: WFT, DFT measurement

• Equipment calibration and verification

• Common defects: pinholes, overspray, sags, dry spray – identification and control

Day 4: Quality Assurance, Documentation, and Communication

• Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and checklists

• Inspection reporting structure and terminology

• Managing NCRs and site communications

• Hands-on: writing inspection reports and visual logs

Day 5: Field Simulation and Practical Review

• Practical exercises using inspection tools (DFT gauge, holiday detector)

• Coating defect scenarios – identification and recommendations

• Team-based case study and presentation

• Review session and feedback.