Abrasive Wheel Training

Abrasive wheels are used throughout industry. Almost 50% of accidents involving abrasive wheels are attributed to unsafe systems of work and/ or operator error. We offer tailored courses delivered either onsite at customers premises or in our dedicated training facility in Nottingham.

The aim of each course unit is to inform, access and certify the learner in Safe Setting and Operator Training on each woodworking machine in accordance with the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, the Workplace Health Safety and Welfare Regulations 1992 and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.

Each course will cover the following areas;

• Hazards and risks arising from the use of abrasive wheels and the precautions to be observed
• Methods or marking abrasive wheels with their type, size and maximum operating speed
• How to store, hand and transport abrasive wheels
• Functions of all parts used with abrasive wheels (e.g. flanges, blotters, bushes, nuts etc.)
• How to assemble and balance abrasive wheels
• Correct method for dressing an abrasive wheel
• Proper adjustment of work rests where applicable
• Used of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

Each learner receives an assessment at the end of the course. Successful candidates are issued with a certificate on completion.

Our abrasive wheel training course includes the provision of a training book with detailed information, illustrations and important safety information. Training books are left with each learner for future reference.