Training of inspectors for the periodic inspection of spraying equipment in a system of authorised mechanic workshops

Within a system of authorised mechanic workshops personal must be well trained in order to conduct the inspection according to technical requirements. The presentation outlines the start training program for inspectors and organisation and contents of successive courses in order to keep the personal up to date with technical and regulatory aspects. The first day of the course deals with legislation, technical requirements, test stands, responsibilities, authorities, etc.. The second day is practical and contains information about sprayer function, nozzles, sprayer cleaning and other technical aspects. There is a specific program for field sprayers and air blast sprayers. A special course is offered for the inspection of spray gun equipment. The training course ends with a written test and an interview. Mechanic workshops have to apply for official stickers annually and have to prove that the inspectors are trained and have passed the test successfully.