Abrasive Wheels Practical Use And Awareness

This Abrasive Wheels training course will help employees to identify the hazards and risks of using abrasive wheels (angle grinders, bench grinders, chop saw) any equipment that has a requirement to use an abrasive cutting wheel.

The information provided will give delegates the knowledge on the precautions that must be taken when operating abrasive wheel equipment, in accordance with Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER).

The aims of this Abrasive Wheels training course is to train employees on the users’ skills and knowledge and to achieve a level of competency on the safe use of their abrasive wheels.

By the end of the training course, delegates will have learned the skills necessary to use their equipment safely in accordance with their company rams and the latest HSE guidance (HSG17).

Course Aims & Objectives:

• To provide information on the importance of training on the safe use of abrasive wheels in the workplace.
• How to implement a safe system of work under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (1999).
• Identify the hazards and risks of using abrasives and implement control measures to reduce the risk factor to as low as possible.
• Introduce a safe system of work as per HSG17 guidance.
• Demonstrate to the delegate the correct procedures for using the equipment in a way that will not put the delegate at risk of injury.
• Give the delegate the knowledge to be able to select the correct wheel for the job.
• Provide suitable personal protective equipment as required.