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NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector (NBPI)

Level: Advanced

5 Days, Includes Course & Course Exams
Class Times: Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00
Cost: Member $1095, Non-Member $1,295
Credits: 3.8 CEU's
Certification Term: 4 Years

NBPI Recertification Fees:
$250 NBPI Recertification @ Member Rate
$345.00 NBPI Recertification & Individual Membership
$350.00 NBPI Recertification Package @ Non-Member Rate

Written Exam Retake Fee - $100
Hands-on Exam Retake Fee - $200
Contact Dee Boyle to schedule
412.281.2331, Ext 2202 • boyle@sspc.org

Click here for information on the
NBPI Prerequisites

What happens if I do not meet
the Prerequisites?

Click here for more information on
NBPI Recertification


Course Description

The NBPI course is a five-day QA course that was developed by Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) to train coatings inspectors to inspect critical coated areas as defined by US Navy policy documents. These areas include (but not limited to): cofferdams, decks for aviation and UNREP, chain lockers, underwater hull, bilges, tanks, voids, well deck overheads and others.

What makes this course especially valuable is that it also provides both the technical and practical fundamentals for coating inspection work for any steel structure projects other than ships.

Course Content

– Corrosion
– Corrosion Control
– Inspection of Corrosion
– NAVSEA Documents
– Chemical or Detergent Cleaning Methods
– Mechanical Cleaning Methods
– Abrasive Blast Cleaning
– Waterjetting and Alternative Surface Preparation Methods
– Surface Preparation Method Selection
– Coatings
– Safety
– Coating Application
– Coating, Defects and Failures
– Specialty Coatings and Surfaces
– Coating Inspector Preparation
– Condition Assessment
–Coatings Inspection Instrument Exercises and Workshops

Benefits of Attending

After attending this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify different types of corrosion
  • Describe methods of corrosion control
  • Demonstrate the use of environmental tests and
    coating inspection instruments
  • Identify Navy single and multiple part paints
  • Explain the different causes of coating failures or defects
  • Create a coating inspector’s inspection plan and log book
  • Check the shelf life and condition of paint in the can
  • Document that abrasive blasting, environmental conditions, paint procedures meet Standard Item 009-32, Chapter 631 and, when applicable the manufacturer’s guidelines
  • Conduct post-blasting/post-surface prep inspection including condition of surface, profile, residual soluble salts and readiness to paint
  • Recognize hazardous areas related to paint and coatings and their applications
  • Become familiar with procedures for doing condition assessment

Course Format

The first four days are devoted to classroom lecture and extensive hands-on training. On the fifth day, the NBPI Course Exams are given.

The exam consist of three parts:

  1. Multiple Choice/Fill in the Blank Exam
  2. Practical Exam (using inspection instruments)
  3. Written Inspection Plan Exam (You will be asked to write an inspection plan based off of the 009-32.)

Who Should Attend

The course is primarily designed for people and organizations that are
involved in painting work on Navy Ships. However, the comprehensive nature of this course makes it an ideal tool for anyone who desires basic certification in paint inspection. The NBPI compares favorably with other inspector certification courses that are available in the coatings industry.

DoD Funded Training
Under the DoD Corrosion Prevention and Control Program, funding has been provided to train DoD personnel in SSPC’s NBPI Course. For more information on how to take advantage of attending this course for free, contact Jennifer Merck at 877.281.7772, ext 2221 or merck@ sspc.org

Certified Inspectors

Want to verify the Certification status of an individual? If you are an SSPC Member Click here and then login to your SSPC MarketPlace account and search the SSPC Member Directories (located on the "Member services & Standards Downloads" Tab of the SSPC MarketPlace. then click the "Member & Certification Search - Detailed" link verify the Certification status of an individual, company, or to search for other SSPC members.

Non-Members of SSPC can search for basic certification status of individuals by Clicking here and once you are logged into your Marketplace Account, be sure to click on the "Member and Certification Search" tab in the upper right hand side of the page. There you can look for other SSPC members, and verify the Certification status of individuals in the marketplace, but as a non-member of SSPC the search results do not include contact info in the search results. Non-Members of SSPC are also invited to contact the Certification Coordinator at SSPC to assist in the verification of an individual's certification status. Updates for individuals contact information should be sent to SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings at 40 24th St., Pittsburgh, PA 15222 or sent via email to the Certification Coordinator.


NBPI COURSE INFO

U.S. Navy Requirement
Required Certification under the NAVSEA Standard Item 009-32

SSPC QP-1
The NBPI course meets the requirements specified in
section 3.3.1 of SSPC-QP 1.

SSPC is an IACET-approved training provider

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Free DoD Training

Training Course Schedule

International Course Schedule

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For more about SSPC training programs, please contact our staff.

Phone:
- Toll Free in the U.S.:
   1.877.281.7772
- Outside of the U.S.:
   412.281.2331

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Information & Registration

Dee Boyle
Phone:
Extension 2202
Fax: 412.281.9993
Email: boyle@sspc.org
Register Online (click here)

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On-site Courses, Workshops & Tutorials

Click Here to Request a proposal for training at your facility.
Jennifer Merck
Phone:412.281.2331 Extension 2221
Fax: 412.281.9993
Email: miller@sspc.org

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Educational Materials

Jeannine Bodack
Phone: Extension 2204
Fax: 412.281.9995
Email: bodack@sspc.org
Web: SSPC Online Bookstore

 

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