Safe Use of Abrasive Wheels

Aim:

To provide delegates with a thorough understanding of the hazards associated with the use of abrasive wheels and to comply with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) in the safe mounting of abrasive wheels and discs on portable machinery

Content:

Legal requirements and responsibilities
Nature of hazards and identification of causes
Safe work area
Selection of correct machinery and personal protective equipment (PPE)
Method of marking, storing, handling and transporting
Storage, checking and use of discs
Machine checks
Mounting and dressing
Knowledge:

By the end of the course delegates will be able to:

Understand the legal requirements and their responsibility for the safe use of abrasive wheels
Identify a potential hazard and its reasonable foreseeable risks
Select the appropriate machinery and PPE required for the work being undertaken
Select appropriate safety equipment that may be used and carry out appropriate pre-use checks?
Conduct a practical exercise using the appropriate safety equipment, in a safe and efficient manner
Training Methods

To include practical exercises and group participation in the classroom.