PFPNet Passive Fire Protection Coating Inspection
Level 2 course

Course overview

Advance your specialist coating inspection competency with the PFPNet Passive Fire Protection Coating Inspection Level 2 Course—the first to offer in-depth training on both epoxy and cementitious passive fire protective coatings.
Accredited by PFPNet, the highly respected authority in the passive fire protection industry, this online course delivers a dual-discipline qualification to broaden your skill-set.

Perfect for experienced coating inspectors, this qualification covers system classifications, application monitoring, inspection techniques, and essential documentation. Gain the expertise needed to work confidently across oil & gas, petrochemical, oil refinery and energy sectors, both onshore and offshore.

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Course content

1. Introduction to Fire Protection Systems and Classifications
1.1. Introduction to Fire Protection Systems and Classifications
2. Epoxy and Cementitious PFP
2.1. Health and Safety and the PFP Inspector
2.2. Pre-Job Conference
2.3. Inspection and Test Plan
2.4. Pre-Surface Preparation
2.5. Surface Preparation and Application of Primer
3. Epoxy PFP
3.1. Introduction to Epoxy–PFP
3.2. Manufacturers Application Manual – Epoxy PFP
3.3. Product Data Sheets – Epoxy PFP
3.4. Introduction to Plural Component Equipment
4. Epoxy PFP Inspector’s Duties During Application
4.1. Delivery, storage, mixing and application of Epoxy PFP
4.2. Testing of applied Epoxy PFP
4.3. Application Defects - Epoxy PFP
5. Cementitious PFP
5.1. Introduction to Cementitious PFP
5.2. Manufacturers' Application Manual - Cementitious PFP
5.3. Site QA and QC Procedures - Cementitious PFP
6. Inspection Equipment
6.1. Inspection Equipment
7. Documentation
7.1. Documentation

Study time

12 months access to the platform, 16 hours of online study, concluding with a monitored multiple-choice final exam via Questionmark.

Course fee

£850.00 - Course Fee
£75.00 - Online Exam Fee

£450 - Transition Fee

Plus 20% VAT if applicable.

Certificate/Qualification

Certificate of Achievement accredited by PFPNet, valid for 5 years.

Career prospects

The only course that covers both epoxy and cementitious PFP in one programme.
Gain dual-discipline certification to increase job opportunities across offshore, onshore, and industrial sectors.
Developed with industry experts to address a clear gap in training.
Provides a comprehensive, practical, and transferable skill set to boost your effectiveness as a Fireproofing Inspector.
Helps inspectors adapt to a wider range of project requirements and materials.