Abrasive Wheels Training

This information-packed course covers the obvious dangers of working with abrasive wheels, such as wheel breakage or contact with a running wheel. It also details the less obvious health risks, including vibration, noise and dust.

Course Aims

By the end of the course, candidates will have a solid working understanding of the necessary control measures required for the safe use of abrasive wheels equipment, including the selection and fitting of appropriate discs and cutters.

Content

• Hazards associated with abrasive wheel use
• Control measures including PPE and RPE
• UK legislation regarding the safe use of abrasive wheels
• Different types of abrasive wheels, their uses, and how to read their markings
• Components of an abrasive wheel
• Mounting components
• How to appropriately test, inspect and handle abrasive wheels
• Safety guidelines for using a cut-off saw and an angle grinder
• Truing and dressing a wheel
• Wheel disposal

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for anyone who is required to use an abrasive wheel in their place of work.

Certification 

• Worksafe UK Certificate of Course Completion