Abrasive Wheel Training
Training to meet the requirements of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulation 1998. The above regulations require that persons who mount abrasive wheels are trained to perform the task. The duties and responsibilities of employers and employees are further extended by The Provision and Use of Work Equipment 1998.
Type of Course: Health Safety and Environment
Course Reference: HTPP-045
Course duration: One day course followed by a course evaluation exercise
Hosting Mode: Live online or face-to-face
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Outcomes
Course Objectives
The course aims to provide training to meet the above requirements and on completion of the training course members will be able to identify legal duties and responsibilities as required by:
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
The Provisions and Use of Equipment Regulations 1998
The Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992
Mount abrasive wheels of various types in accordance with statutory legislation
Course Content
Introduction to the legal requirements of the regulations:
Training of persons to fit and mount abrasive wheels
Duties of employers
Duties of employees
Exemptions – certificates as applicable
Selection of wheels/disks:
Markings-types and speed
Types suitable for purpose
Checking- damage and defects
Handling and storage
Checking Equipment:
Condition
Marking spindle speeds
Controls
Guards
Mounting of wheels/disks/depressed centre wheels:
Flanges, washers, brushes
Locking nuts
Assembly of components
Practical Mounting:
Selection of wheels
Mounting Wheels on portable hand held machines
Personal Protective Equipment
Course evaluation exercise
