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Setting the Standard for Automotive Repair & Accreditation in South Africa

About ASPA-SA

ASPA-SA is a professional accreditation body ensuring quality, safety, and compliance across various automotive repair sectors.

By developing and enforcing industry-leading repair standards, ASPA-SA helps workshops, technicians, and mobile repair services achieve the highest levels of professionalism and service excellence.

ASPA-SA certification guarantees that accredited businesses meet the best practices, safety regulations, and workmanship standards required for modern automotive repair and maintenance.

Our Certification Standards

ASPA-SA covers a wide range of automotive repair disciplines, ensuring that each sector follows structured, safe, and quality-driven protocols.

Below are the ASPA-SA Certified Standards:

  • ASPA-SA-PDRIP – Paintless Dent Removal Integrity Protocol

    Standards for non-invasive dent repairs without fillers or repainting. Focuses on proper PDR tool use, original finish preservation, and repair quality.

  • ASPA-SA-MWRIP – Mag Wheel Repair Integrity Protocol

    Covers safety-focused mag wheel repairs, including inspection, refinishing, and structural integrity.

  • ASPA-SA-HRSP – Headlight Restoration & Safety Protocol

    Standard for professional headlight restoration, UV protection, and clarity restoration.

  • ASPA-SA-VESP – Vehicle Electronics & Safety Protocol

    Protocol for vehicle security, GPS tracking, infotainment, and lighting system installations.

  • ASPA-SA-TSP – Tinting & Security Film Protocol

    Covers window tinting laws, security film applications, and installation quality control.

  • ASPA-SA-WSP – Welding & Structural Repair Protocol

    Protocol for safe automotive welding, structural repair, and quality control.

  • ASPA-SA-ARSCP – Refinishing & Structural Certification Protocol

    Ensures paint refinishing, blending, and vehicle bodywork compliance with high-quality standards.

  • ASPA-SA-DSIP – Detailing Standards Integrity Protocol

    Defines best practices for professional vehicle detailing, including paint correction and interior care.

  • ASPA-SA-ACSIP – Automotive Air Conditioning Standards Integrity Protocol

    Ensures correct AC servicing, refrigerant handling, and climate control maintenance.

  • ASPA-SA-CASIP – Car Audio & Sound Integrity Protocol

    Focuses on proper installation, wiring, and sound quality standards for audio system upgrades.

  • ASPA-SA-PPFIP – Rustproofing & Anti-Corrosion Integrity Protocol

    Establishes safe application procedures for rustproofing and corrosion prevention coatings.

  • ASPA-SA-4X4IP – 4x4 Accessories & Off-Road Fitment Integrity Protocol

    Sets standard for proper installation of 4x4 equipment, off-road suspension, and modifications.

  • ASPA-SA-FSIP – Fleet Safety Integrity Protocol

    Covers fleet maintenance, driver safety compliance, and vehicle inspection protocols.

  • ASPA-SA-RUIP – Rubberizing & Underbody Integrity Protocol

    Establishes best practices for underbody protection and rubberized coatings.

Get Your Workshop ASPA-SA Accredited

ASPA-SA accreditation ensures your workshop meets industry-leading quality & compliance standards.

Accredited workshops gain:

SAWRA - South African Windscreen Repair Association - Industry Recognition

Industry Recognition

Stand out as a certified and trusted repair provider.

SAWRA - South African Windscreen Repair Association - Support and Compliance

Customer Confidence

Build trust with accredited, high-quality repairs.

Compliance Assurance

Meet legal and safety standards across multiple automotive repair sectors.

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