Abrasive Wheels

The course aims to introduce candidates to the hazards of mounting abrasive wheels, the risks involved and controls
available. It also covers the requirements of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.

Benefits to you and your organisation
By the end of the course delegates will be able to:
Understand hazards and precautions inc PPE
Check speed requirements
Be aware of current legislation
Position work guards and rests
Understand various compositions and markings
Maintain abrasive wheels
Inspect and test abrasive wheels
Mount, balance, dress and set true abrasive wheels
Understand grinding operations
Be aware of hand arm vibration.

Course content
The content of the course includes information and training in:
Regulations
Choice of PPE
Abrasive wheel characteristics
The marking system
Handling and storage
Inspecting wheels
Performing a ring test
Speed and speed conversions
Identifying components
Mounting an abrasive wheel
Adjusting the work rest
Truing and dressing an abrasive wheel

Who should attend
This course is designed for all persons whose companies intend to appoint to carry out duties of mounting or to
supervise the mounting of abrasive wheels.
Max Delegate Number 12 persons