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BGAS-CSWIP Painting Inspector Grade 2 in Madurai

Preparatory training and examination at the BlastCorr India centre in Madurai, Tamil Nadu.

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Course overview

The BGAS-CSWIP Painting Inspector Grade 2 certification is a globally recognized credential designed for professionals seeking competence in the inspection of protective coating systems applied to pipelines, process plants, and industrial steel structures. This course equips candidates to support project engineers and senior coating inspectors by verifying that surface cleanliness, environmental conditions, and paint application comply with contractual specifications such as National Grid standards T/SP/PA/9 and T/SP/PA/10, and international standards like BS 7079 / ISO 8501. Key Responsibilities of a Grade 2 Inspector • Acting in support of the Engineer and/or Painting Inspector Grade 1 on all technical matters relating to painting inspection. • Ensuring compliance with paint systems specifications and material handling standards. • Enforcing safe environmental handling and disposal of painting and coating waste to prevent site contamination. • Performing comprehensive visual and instrumental inspections and compiling quality records.

Who this course is for

✓Painters, blasters and coating supervisors moving into inspection
✓QA/QC engineers working on protective coating projects in oil and gas, marine and infrastructure
✓Inspectors who need an internationally recognised painting inspector certificate

Certification body / scheme

✓BGAS-CSWIP

Eligibility and entry requirements

✓Industrial Experience: Documented experience in coating/painting operations or relevant engineering disciplines. Experience may be acquired prior to or within two years following successful completion of the examination.
✓Approved Training: Proof of completion of an approved BGAS-CSWIP Grade 2 training program prior to examination.
✓Near visual acuity: Jaeger No. 1 or Times Roman N4.5 (letters at least 1.6 mm high at a distance of not less than 30 cm).
✓Colour vision assessment by the Ishihara 24 plate test (certified within the past 12 months).

Training requirements

Course duration:

✓4 days intensive theoretical and practical training
✓1 day examination (5 days total)

Certification requirements

Examination format (70% pass mark required per paper):

✓Paper 1 (General Theory): 50 multiple-choice questions (75 minutes)
✓Paper 2 (Practical Examination): 50 multiple-choice questions assessing practical instrument readings, calculations, blast standards, and inspection scenarios (75 minutes)

Certification is valid for 5 years from the date of examination, renewable with verified continuous work activity and annual vision testing.

Syllabus

Based on Appendix A, Section A11 (Painting Inspector Grade 2).

Theoretical Modules
01Corrosion TheoryPrinciples and mechanisms of metallic corrosion; atmospheric, galvanic, and chemical corrosion factors; how barrier, sacrificial, and inhibitive paint films prevent deterioration.
02Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)Environmental considerations concerning toxicity, safe storage, handling, ventilation, and disposal of hazardous paint/solvent waste.
03Specifications & StandardsInterpretation and inspection compliance with National Grid specifications T/SP/PA/9 (paint system properties and performance requirements) and T/SP/PA/10 (new and maintenance painting at works and site for above-ground pipelines and installations).
Practical & Instrumental Inspection Modules
04Surface Preparation & CleanlinessRust grading (BS 7079 / ISO 8501-1), dry abrasive blast cleaning, hand and power tool cleaning, surface profile measurement, and anchor pattern analysis.
05Environmental Condition MonitoringAmbient temperature, relative humidity (%RH), dew point calculation, steel substrate temperature, and delta-T measurement using whirling hygrometers and psychrometric tables.
06Surface Contamination IdentificationDetection and testing of soluble salts (chlorides/ferrous salts), dust, oil, and grease contamination.
07Paint Technology & Application OversightSingle-pack and two-pack paint systems; solvent evaporation and chemical curing mechanisms; induction time and pot life; airless spray, conventional spray, brush, and roller techniques.
08Film Thickness & Quality TestingWet Film Thickness (WFT) measurement; Dry Film Thickness (DFT) calibration using magnetic and eddy current gauges; pinhole/holiday detection; cross-hatch adhesion and pull-off tests; identifying common paint film defects (runs, sags, blistering, orange peel, pinholing) and rectification methods.
09Safe Handling & HousekeepingSafe movement and storage of blast-cleaned and coated steel elements.

Career & job opportunities

Achieving BGAS-CSWIP Grade 2 certification qualifies you for key QA/QC roles across global infrastructure projects:

Target RolesCoating Inspector, Painting QC Inspector, Site Painting Surveillance Officer, Third-Party Coating Inspector, Corrosion Control Technician.
Key IndustriesCross-country oil and gas pipelines, onshore processing terminals, petrochemical refineries, shipbuilding and ship repair yards, bridge and structural steel fabrication, power generation facilities.
Career PathwayPrerequisite gateway to BGAS-CSWIP Painting Inspector Grade 1 (Offshore) and higher management roles like BGAS Painting Supervisor Grade 4.

Upcoming BGAS-CSWIP Painting Inspector Grade 2 dates

PreparatoryPracticalExam dateVenue
16-Nov-26 – 18-Nov-2619-Nov-2627-Nov-26Madurai
20-Dec-26 – 22-Dec-2623-Dec-2630-Dec-26Madurai
25-Jan-27 – 28-Jan-2729-Jan-2730-Jan-27Madurai
15-Feb-27 – 17-Feb-2718-Feb-2722-Feb-27Madurai
22-Mar-27 – 24-Mar-2725-Mar-2726-Mar-27Madurai
19-Apr-27 – 21-Apr-2722-Apr-272-May-27Madurai
24-May-27 – 26-May-2727-May-2728-May-27Madurai
7-Jun-27 – 9-Jun-2710-Jun-2722-Jun-27Madurai
19-Jul-27 – 21-Jul-2722-Jul-2724-Jul-27Madurai
16-Aug-27 – 18-Aug-2719-Aug-2726-Aug-27Madurai
20-Sep-27 – 22-Sep-2723-Sep-2724-Sep-27Madurai
24-Oct-27 – 26-Oct-2727-Oct-2728-Oct-27Madurai
8-Nov-27 – 10-Nov-2711-Nov-2726-Nov-27Madurai
27-Dec-27 – 29-Dec-2730-Dec-2731-Dec-27Madurai

Duration, exam and fees

Each batch runs preparatory classes, a practical session and the examination. For the next batch that means classes from 16-Nov-26 to 18-Nov-26, the practical on 19-Nov-26 and the exam on 27-Nov-26.

Fees depend on the batch and the examination body's charges. Admissions confirm the current fee and what it includes when you enquire.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the BGAS-CSWIP Painting Inspector Grade 2 course held?

Preparatory classes and the exam are held at the BlastCorr India centre, No. 146, First floor, NSK Street, Nethaji Road, Bypass Rd, Nehru Nagar, Madurai 625016, Tamil Nadu. Accommodation is available on the ground floor of the same building.

Who can apply for BGAS-CSWIP Painting Inspector Grade 2?

Entry requirements: Industrial Experience: Documented experience in coating/painting operations or relevant engineering disciplines. Experience may be acquired prior to or within two years following successful completion of the examination.; Approved Training: Proof of completion of an approved BGAS-CSWIP Grade 2 training program prior to examination.; Near visual acuity: Jaeger No. 1 or Times Roman N4.5 (letters at least 1.6 mm high at a distance of not less than 30 cm).; Colour vision assessment by the Ishihara 24 plate test (certified within the past 12 months)..

Which body issues the certificate?

BGAS-CSWIP.

When is the next BGAS-CSWIP Painting Inspector Grade 2 intake?

The next batch starts preparatory classes on 16-Nov-26, with the exam on 27-Nov-26 in Madurai. All dates are on the exam calendar.

What is the fee for BGAS-CSWIP Painting Inspector Grade 2?

Fees depend on the batch and the examination body. Admissions confirm the current fee when you enquire, by phone, WhatsApp or the Apply form.

How do I apply?

Fill in the Apply form on this site, or send your CV on WhatsApp to +91 89033 30890. Admissions reply within one working day.

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