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Abrasive Wheels

Course Objectives

This course is designed to provide candidates with a practical understanding of the safe use of portable and hand held grinding wheels.

Who Should Attend?

Anyone who uses Abrasive Wheels in their workplace.

Course Content

At the end of the course, delegates will have covered and understood the following: 

- Hazards and risks associated with common activities 
- Precautions required for the safe use 
- Types of equipment and correct specification of wheels 
- Legal requirements of PUWER in relation to grinding wheels 
- The principals of safe use of grinding wheels HS(G)17 
- The selection and use of suitable PPE 
- Inspection and maintenance checks 
- Procedures for fitting of new wheels 
- The purpose and use of safety features guards and interlocks 
- Reporting of faults and incidents 
- Instructor demonstration and candidate practical session

On completion of the course delegates will receive an electronic Certificate of Attendance.

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