Course Aims
Refresher course to retrain operators in the safe mounting and selection of Abrasive Wheels.
Who is this course suitable for?
All personnel required to select, mount or use abrasive wheels.
It is a legal requirement under The Provision and use of Work Equipment 1998 (PUWER) that all staff who use abrasive wheels in the workplace receive abrasive wheel training in the safe use of the tools and changing of wheels.
Course Objectives
The course covers different types of abrasive wheel, diamond blades, pre-use inspection to wheels and tools, hazards, correct PPE, fire control, regulations and correct selection of wheels.
The Objectives of the Course are to train to:
- Understand the responsibilities under Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 & other current relevant legislation.
- Select, store and mount abrasive wheels correctly and in line with the relevant health and safety regulation.
- Recognise hazards arising from the use of abrasive wheels and understand the precautions, which should be observed.
- Understand the markings of abrasive wheels with regards to type and speed,
- Inspect and test wheels for damage, wear and tear etc.
- Understand the functions of all major/minor components.
This course can be delivered within our own training centre or at a customer’s own premises where suitable training facilities are available.
Pre Requisites
Must be a minimum age of 16.
Would all candidates please ensure they bring with them their National Insurance Number together with 2 from the following; Company ID, Passport, Driving Licence or some other form of photographic identification.
Any candidates who have any additional needs within a learning environment, such as Dyslexia, please inform us ahead of the course.
All candidates should arrive to training centre in good time and in fit to work condition.