Course Aims
This course aims to provide delegates with a working knowledge in the safe use and operation of a cutting, or grinding tool and/or machine. It is expected that all delegates will already have an abrasive wheels competence.
This course is for any person who is required to use cutting and grinding equipment in the course of undertaking work tasks.
Course Objectives
The course covers safe use of cutting and grinding tools, 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 delegates to be able to:
- Understand 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.
Additional Information
This course can be delivered within our own training centre or at a customer’s own premises where suitable training facilities are available.
If training is taking place externally, a hot works permit, spill kit and fire extinguisher will be required on-site for all hot works.
Pre Requisites
Delegates 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.
Candidates are required to bring High Visibility Clothing to include High Visibility (HV) upper body clothing to BS EN 471:2003 class 2 as a minimum (HV tabard); and HV lower body clothing to BS EN 471:2003 class 1 as a minimum (HV trousers or HV over trousers), PPE incl. Hard Hat, and Safety footwear. Eye protection must conform to BS EN166 (safety goggles of Grade 1 impact standard (now EN166B). This course requires fire proof spats/coveralls to be worn also.
- Hand Protection to EN 388:2016 Level C as minimum. (Cut 5) Close cuffed.
- Ear Protection to EN352 standard
If any candidates have any additional needs within a learning environment, such as Dyslexia, please inform us before the course begins.
Candidates must arrive to the training centre in good time and in fit to work condition.