Other Information: General Information

General

In order to ensure that paint repair operations proceed efficiently, the relevant work factors – from vehicle reception until its return – must be carefully observed. As each workshop has its own structure, the operation plan suggested here is only a recommendation.

Reception: (Service Advisor)

Assess damage or blemishes. Consider possibilities and limitations of spray technique. Inform customer; assess main and additional operations. Estimate cost and produce work order. Read Labour Time Guide correctly; carry out contract conscientiously. The body worker must provide the basis for a paintable surface so that the painter can carry out his/her work according to the relevant processing regulations.

Paint: (painter)

Read work order carefully, assess damage, determine time of paint on vehicle from VIN plate, determine paint system. Co-ordinate sanding equipment to be used, select filler and filling materials according to economic considerations, determine economic paint application, utilise spray technique.