Abrasive Wheels

All employees who are required to change abrasive wheels on various types of grinding equipment. The course is designed to give up to date statutory information on the latest legislation ‘Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998' as applied to abrasive wheels. The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 require that information and training of workers in the correct handling and mounting of abrasive is necessary to reduce the risk of bursting.

Programme Benefits

By the end of the programme participants will:

• Have an understanding of the applicable PUWER Regulations
• Be able to apply safe methods of mounting and working with abrasive wheels in general

The Programme Will Cover:

• The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
• Handling, storing and transportation of abrasive wheels
• Marking, testing, inspection and balancing of abrasive wheels
• Correct mounting of abrasive wheels
• Dressing and adjustment of rests
• Hazards connected with abrasive wheels
• Personal protective equipment regulations
• - The employer’s duties
• - The employee’s duties
• DVD - Safe and effective grinding

Certification

Delegates will receive an MGTS certificate of attendance.