I-CAR to offer hail, theft, vandalism damage analysis course
Hail, Theft, Vandalism Damage Analysis is an instructor-led course that will cover damage analysis procedures for different types of vandalism and weather-related damage – including fluid contamination, rodent infestation, and hail damage. In addition, information on the considerations around repair versus replace options for specific weather-damaged and vandalized vehicle parts will be covered in this course.
Jeff Peevy, I-CAR director of field operations said, “Understanding the source of damage is one of the first steps in determining proper repair options for a vehicle. Understanding these procedures can improve overall estimating accuracy and help create a proper repair plan.This course meets I-CAR® ProLevel™ 1 requirements within the I-CAR® Professional Development Program™ for individuals in the Estimator and Auto Physical Damage Appraiser role.”
I-CAR’s new course, Hail, Theft, Vandalism Damage Analysis will help students:
- Identify different types of vandalism, including fluid
contamination, finish issues caused by vandalism, interior and
underhood damage, and slashed tires
- Determine repair or replace options for specific
vandalized vehicle parts
- Recognize commonly stolen vehicles and their parts, as
well identify damage to both factory installed and aftermarket
electronics
- Recognize the difference between theft and prior
damage and understand potential fraud indicators
- Distinguish hail, wind, and lightning damage and
determine repair options
- Understand the considerations around repairing a vehicle affected by infestation and analyze potential damage