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IARCOR Program
IARCOR GIC
Certified Industrial Shot Blasting Operator
Develops skills in surface preparation, equipment operation, basic control and safety in industrial shot blasting.
About the program
Enhance your knowledge and skills in surface preparation using dry and wet shot blasting. The training combines theory and practice on equipment, abrasives, operating techniques, and work verification, and introduces other surface preparation methods.
Who is it aimed at?
Shot blasters, maintenance operators, contractor personnel, painters, helpers, and supervisors interested in surface preparation. Admission to certification must meet the established experience requirements.
Competencies and approach
Inspection and assembly of equipment, selection of abrasives, sweeping patterns, recognition of contaminants, basic controls and application of safe practices.
Program Content
- Fundamentals of surface preparation.
- Equipment, tools, abrasives and shot blasting techniques.
- Basic quality control, safety and responsible operation.
- Team assembly and checklists.
- Basic and professional shot blasting practices.
- Practical introduction to dry, wet, manual, mechanical and water systems, depending on the edition's availability.
Admission requirements
Ability to read and 2 years of experience and basic knowledge as an operator in surface preparation techniques.
Evaluation and approval
The program includes full attendance and theoretical and practical assessments. The approval criteria will be communicated in the call for applications.
Certification
IARCOR GIC; valid for 4 years. This program is linked to the ESAP pathway, but does not automatically grant it.
Frequently Asked Questions about GIC
Operator training to prepare surfaces by abrasive blast cleaning and to control the process.
What are the requirements for the GIC program?
The application requires reading and writing skills, basic knowledge of the field, and two years of experience as a surface preparation operator. IARCOR reviews the applicant's profile.
What will I learn about shot blasting?
Equipment assembly and inspection, abrasive selection, surface preparation, work pattern, contaminants, basic quality controls and process safety.
Does the training include practical experience?
The format offered combines online theory with in-person practice. The methods and equipment used for the practical sessions depend on availability and the scope announced for each session.
How does GIC differ from API and SUPRI?
GIC focuses on surface preparation by shot blasting; API, on applying industrial paint; and SUPRI, on supervising and coordinating the work. These are complementary functions.