Thin Film Intumescent Coating

The Passive Fire Protection Industry recognises there is a need to improve competence across design, specification, installation and inspection for all types of passive fire protection, including raising standards of Thin Film Intumescent coating and application through certified and accredited training courses and we are delighted the Train the painter Thin Film Intumescent course has received Accreditation from:

Thin Film Intumescent Coating Course

Intumescent coatings are applied to steel buildings either on or off site to prevent structural failure in the event of fire, it is therefore essential that these coatings are applied by trained and qualified coating applicators. Thorough and correct training in Thin Film Intumescent Coating saves time, money and ultimately lives! 

As part of the Globally recognised Train the painter coating applicator training program, an independently accredited training course for Thin Film Intumescent coatings has been developed to meet industry demands.

This training program has been developed with input from industry experts and associated bodies to create the first and only accredited Thin Film Intumescent coatings in the UK. All aspects of surface preparation and application of the products will be taught using both practical and theoretical methods.

Course Delivery

Delivered by approved Train the painter trainers this 1-3 day course has been specifically created for Thin Film Intumescent coating applicators.

3 day course – For inexperienced and unqualified operatives a 2 day Basic Preparation and Coating Course must be attended before attending the 1 day Thin Film Intumescent course.

Learning Outcomes

• Fire protection design
• What is Intumescent Coating
• Fire protection of steel work
• Types of fire specifications
• Coating methodology
• Coating failures
• Surface preparation and priming quantities
• Wet & dry thickness
• Coating types and mixing
• Drying times and top coats
• Equipment
• Environmental conditions
• Finishing
• Quality documentation & risk assessments
• Intumescent coating specification
• Effects of poor application
• Advantages and disadvantages