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Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing
Section 1
Chapter 1
Introduction to Collision Repair
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Introduction....................................................18
The Repair Process......................................18
Insurance Claims ....................................18
Ordering Parts.........................................19
Body Repairs...........................................21
Mechanical Repairs.................................22
Refinishing ..............................................23
Reassembly ............................................24
Detailing ..................................................24
Body Shop Types ..........................................24
Collision Repair Industry Jobs..................25
Body Shop Employees............................25
Body Repair Support Positions ...............26
Educational Opportunities .........................27
ASE.........................................................28
I-CAR ......................................................28
Chapter 2
Safety
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31
Introduction....................................................32
Collision Repair Shop Hazards .................32
Fire Hazards............................................32
Explosion Hazards ..................................33
Chemical and Biological Hazards ...........35
Electrical Hazards ...................................36
Noise Hazards.........................................36
Injury Hazards.........................................37
Personal Protective Gear ............................39
Eye Protection.........................................39
Ear Protection .........................................40
Respiratory Protection ............................40
Skin Protection........................................42
Safe Work Practices .....................................42
Welding and Cutting Safety.....................43
Straightening Equipment Safety..............44
Grinding and Cutting Safety....................45
Sanding Safety........................................46
Painting Safety ........................................46
Mechanical Repair Safety .......................47
Hazardous Wastes ........................................48
Environmental Regulations........................49
Environmental Protection Agency...........49
Occupational Safety and Health
Administration .........................................50
Chapter 3
Vehicle Construction
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53
Introduction....................................................54
Vehicle Classifications ................................54
Vehicle Construction ...............................54
Drive Train Orientation.............................55
Body Styles .............................................55
Material Types ................................................57
Steel........................................................58
Aluminum ................................................59
Magnesium..............................................60
Plastic......................................................60
Glass.......................................................60
Vehicle Parts ..................................................60
Outer Body Assemblies...........................61
Inner Body Assemblies ...........................63
Vehicle Production .......................................65
Vehicle Safety Rating...................................66
Expanded Contents
Introduction to Collision Repair