Automotive Spray Assessment Automotive Spray Painter Certification Test Demonstrate Your Expertise. Pass the Test. Become an ISPA Global Accredited Member. Score 75% or higher to pass and achieve accreditation 1 / 20 SECTION 1: Inspection, Assessment & Job Setup 1. What is the first step before beginning any automotive spray job? A. Mix paint B. Start sanding C. Inspect the vehicle and assess damage D. Apply primer 2 / 20 Why is it important to identify the existing paint type (e.g. basecoat, clearcoat, single-stage)? A. To choose masking materials B. To speed up the job C. To select the correct repair and coating system D. To reduce paint usage 3 / 20 Why is proper lighting essential in automotive spraying? A. To increase temperature B. To reduce paint use C. To speed curing D. To accurately identify defects and coverage 4 / 20 What is the risk of failing to properly mask adjacent panels? A. Reduced adhesion B. Increased drying time C. Poor colour match D. Overspray contamination 5 / 20 What is the main purpose of degreasing a panel before preparation? A. Remove contaminants that affect adhesion B. Improve gloss level C. Help sanding process D. Reduce drying time 6 / 20 SECTION 2: Surface Preparation What is the purpose of sanding a damaged panel before repair? A. To remove all existing coatings B. To create a smooth surface and key for coatings C. To change the panel shape D. To reduce paint usage 7 / 20 What is the purpose of applying a primer/filler? A. To add final colour B. To increase gloss C. To protect masking edges D. To level imperfections and prepare for topcoat 8 / 20 Why must sanding dust be fully removed before spraying? A. It improves colour B. It speeds up drying C. It prevents surface defects D. It reduces material cost 9 / 20 What is the correct treatment for small dents before painting? A. Fill, sand, and level the surface B. Spray over them C. Mask and ignore D. Heat the panel only 10 / 20 When feathering out a repair area, what is the goal? A. Create a sharp edge B. Remove all paint layers C. Blend the repair smoothly into the surrounding paint D. Increase coating thickness 11 / 20 SECTION 3: Priming & Spray Application What is the role of a basecoat in automotive painting? A. Provide adhesion only B. Provide colour and visual appearance C. Seal the substrate D. Replace primer 12 / 20 What should primarily determine the correct spray overlap when applying coatings in automotive refinishing? A. Using the same overlap percentage for every job B. Personal preference and habit C. Manufacturer technical data sheet and paint system requirements D. Increasing overlap as much as possible 13 / 20 What is the most likely cause of uneven coverage when spraying? A. Correct overlap technique B. Consistent gun distance C. Even panel preparation D. Inconsistent spray gun movement 14 / 20 Why are multiple light coats preferred over one heavy coat? A. To reduce control issues and avoid runs B. To increase drying time C. To reduce adhesion D. To change colour depth 15 / 20 SECTION 4: Finishing, Polishing & Quality Control 16. What should be checked immediately after clearcoat application? A. Material cost B. Spray gun settings C. Masking edges D. Coverage, finish consistency, and defects 16 / 20 What defines a professional completion of a spray job? A. Speed of job B. Low cost C. Minimal materials D. Clean finish, correct colour match, and final inspection 17 / 20 19. Why is accurate colour matching essential? A. Reduce cost B. Improve drying C. Ensure seamless repair D. Reduce sanding 18 / 20 18. What is the risk of polishing before full cure? A. Improved finish B. Faster completion C. Surface damage or marking D. Increased gloss 19 / 20 17. What is the purpose of flattening and polishing? A. Remove coating B. Improve final finish and remove minor defects C. Speed curing D. Increase thickness 20 / 20 What is the role of clearcoat in a paint system? A. Add adhesion B. Change colour C. Provide gloss and protection D. Reduce film thickness Your score is Exit
