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Collision Repair Self-Evaluation Here are a few things to check to ensure your quality of […]","datePublished":"2020-03-23","dateModified":"2022-10-25","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/nyadi.edu\/blog\/author\/nyadi\/#Person","name":"nyadi","url":"https:\/\/nyadi.edu\/blog\/author\/nyadi\/","identifier":2,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4f73ebb619aff5703a1a5bef8abfb07bffcc6b5f099f91fc21e75fffac746d2c?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/4f73ebb619aff5703a1a5bef8abfb07bffcc6b5f099f91fc21e75fffac746d2c?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"NYADI","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/nyadi.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/NYADI-LogoHigh-Res.png","url":"https:\/\/nyadi.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/NYADI-LogoHigh-Res.png","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/nyadi.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Technician_Inspecting_Car.jpg","url":"https:\/\/nyadi.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Technician_Inspecting_Car.jpg","height":320,"width":480},"url":"https:\/\/nyadi.edu\/blog\/how-to-assess-your-collision-repair-skills\/","about":["Blog"],"wordCount":426,"articleBody":"As a collision repair technician, your job is to fix the outer body of vehicles following an accident. Still, there\u2019s a lot more involved in the repair process than first meets the eye. To ensure you\u2019re providing the best quality service, you should evaluate your own skills from time to time. Not sure if you’re up to speed? NYADI The College of Automotive and Diesel Technology suggests a comparison of your competencies against this checklist.Collision Repair Self-EvaluationHere are a few things to check to ensure your quality of work is up to par after completing a collision repair:1. Doors, Hoods, Hatches and Trunk Lids\u00a0\u2013 After reinstalling doors, check to make sure they\u2019re functional and correctly hooked up to the warning light system. If properly installed, the key entry functions should work and security systems should be functioning.2. Lighting Systems\u00a0\u2013 Do the blinkers point in the right direction? Are the brake lights illuminating when the brakes are pushed? To promote safe driving, it\u2019s imperative that a vehicle\u2019s headlamps, taillights, daytime running lights and other exterior lighting systems work correctly.3. Interior\u00a0\u2013 Following a collision repair, the interior should be spotless. That means no broken glass. You should also test the operation of the seatbelt restraints, seats, power controls, A\/C system, steering column, dash lights and so on. If everything is working correctly, you\u2019ve done your job.4. Exterior\u00a0\u2013 Check the body work. Everything should be smooth and in like-new condition. The paint should be free of chips and scratches and match the rest of the vehicle. Also, inspect the underbody areas, and ensure that all components have been reinstalled and are fastened properly.5. Under the Hood\u00a0\u2013 Last, but perhaps most important of all, look over anything and everything under the hood. Check brake, power steering and transmission fluid levels and battery function, and see if all service caps have been replaced.Turn Your Weaknesses into StrengthsThe designs of today\u2019s vehicles are more complicated than ever before. That\u2019s why you need to be diligent when performing collision repairs. If you\u2019ve joined the collision repair technology field prior to attending a trade school, there\u2019s still time to grow your knowledge base and skills.At NYADI, we offer a\u00a0collision repair technology certificate program\u00a0designed to teach you the essential skills you need to know in an entry-level career. Through theory and hands-on training, you\u2019ll learn how to effectively service and repair essential automotive systems. To learn more about this program,\u00a0contact an admission advisor today."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/nyadi.edu\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"How to Assess Your Collision Repair Skills","item":"https:\/\/nyadi.edu\/blog\/how-to-assess-your-collision-repair-skills\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]