Abrasive Wheels
Learn to select, inspect and mount the correct wheels and discs, then use cutting and grinding equipment safely.
Who Is This Course For?
Anyone who uses, or will use, cut-off saws and grinders.
Course Aims
- Demonstrate an understanding of responsibilities under relevant legislation
- Select and mount appropriate disc/wheel for the work in hand
- Correctly use the machine/s
- Dress the wheel
Course Content
- Relevant regulations/legislation
- Introduction to the equipment
- Practical use of machine/s
- Hand Arm Vibration
- Cutting and grinding of various objects with various machines
- Hazards and precautions to be observed when using abrasive wheels and cutting discs
- Dust suppression
- Examination of abrasive wheels
- Mounting of abrasive wheels
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Types and functions of wheels and discs
- Selection, testing and mounting of wheels and discs
- Care, maintenance, transport, handling and storage of wheels and discs
Additional Information
This course covers the correct mounting of discs using plant such as Stihl Saws & angle grinders. It can be delivered at our training centre in Livingston or on site at client premises if suitable.
CITB Grant is available to eligible companies
- Duration
- Half day
- Maximum attendees
- 10
- Price
- £85 per person + VATFull-course centre price. On-site: price on application
- Refreshers
- Every three years
- Certification
Advance Training Certificates
- Recommended Progression
Renewal every 3 years
On-site course delivery
This course can be delivered privately at your premises
A suitable classroom. A selection of cutting and grinding tools and suitable resources for the practical training are also required.
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