At isiFundi, we’re proud to announce the launch of our latest CPD-accredited online course, Beneath the Surface: A Coating Inspector’s Handbook. This course is designed specifically for coating inspectors and professionals working across the coatings industry.
Beneath the Surface: A Coating Inspector’s Handbook combines engaging video lectures, multiple-choice assessments, and summarised downloadable notes to ensure participants not only gain knowledge but can also confidently apply it in real-world inspection environments.
Whether you’re new to the field or looking to strengthen your professional foundation, Beneath the Surface: A Coating Inspector’s Handbook explores the principles that underpin competent, ethical coating inspection.
What the Course Covers
Participants will work through a comprehensive range of essential topics, including:
- Coatings fundamentals
- Coatings vs. linings
- Galvanising
- Rubber linings, powder coatings, and glass-reinforced plastics
- Concrete coatings and applications
- Concrete coating standards and specifications
- Surface preparation standards explained
- Water cleaning and water jetting
- Professional ethics for coating inspectors
From technical application to ethical responsibility, the course goes beyond theory to unpack the realities behind successful coating work in the field.
CPD Accreditation
Beneath the Surface: A Coating Inspector’s Handbook is CPD-accredited through SAIMM and approved by ECSA. On successful completion, participants will earn 1.0 CPD credit, contributing toward their ongoing professional development.

