COVERSTORY
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AUGUST2019 | VOLUME 32 | NO. 08
Amanda Hein[email protected]Find us at:[email protected] bodyshop @bodyshopmag BodyshopMagazineNew apprenticeship
standards launched to drive
quality in bodyshops
Remit Group has announced the introduction of new standards in vehicle damage
panel technician and vehicle damage paint technician, with further MET and specialist
tyre operative apprenticeship standards expected later this year.The vehicle damage paint technician standard is a level three programme designed to
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recognised industry techniques.Apprentices are required to understand relevant theory and be able to complete a
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technicians’ working knowledge of the repair and replacement of vehicle body panels
using recognised manufacturer and industry techniques.This apprenticeship will require technicians to complete a range of vehicle accident
repairs, from the smallest panel repairs all the way through to more complex
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chassis systems.
As well as demonstrating practical competence, apprentices will be required to be
fully compliant with all current, recognised industry standards and legislation. Both
standards place a clear emphasis around customer service, therefore programmes
include strong focus on communication skills.“The new 3M™ PPS™ Series 2.0 Spray Cup System is
designed to make painting easier, cleaner and faster.
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your work, helping you to exceed your customers’
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representative.”[email protected]
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0845 603 9714And just like that it is already August!
I don’t know how readers are feeling,
but for me it feels as if this year has
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only yesterday that we were bundled in
scarfs and gloves? Now, I pray for air
conditioning and frozen treats.
There is nothing more constant
than change, and as is the way of
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Technology, autonomy, Brexit – as a
global sector we are at the forefront
of revolution, while also being
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In this issue of bodyshop we tackle
the obstacles for electric vehicles,
collaboration of the supply chain, and
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collision repair industry.
As I am sure many of you have noticed,
we have been experiencing our
own large amounts of this constant
here at bodyshop. Not only are our
headquarters moving from the historical
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we are also very excited to see a new
head editor enter our doors.
I hope everyone will welcome Simon
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entering the industry.
As always, enjoy the issue.- The Motor Ombudsman is celebrating
the 10th anniversary of the launch of
its Motor Industry Code of Practice
DMPÐ4CFGAJCÐ5?PP?LRWÐ.PMBSARQ - Finalists for the long awaited
bodyshop Live! awards were
revealed. - James the Bus’, which fell victim to
vandalism, is back up and running as
a safe haven for homeless people,
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August 2019
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How to create and manage a successful supply chainWhat has led to Spanesi’s 50 years of success