Abrasive wheel training

Course objective

Training for the operation of abrasive wheels designed to provide an understanding of the Health and safety at work act 1974 and Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.

Accredited by

NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme)

Accredited course name

N301 - Abrasive wheel

Course content

• Introduction to the course
• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
• Provision and Use of Working Equipment Regulations
• Personal Protective Equipment Regulations- Correct P.P.E.
• HSG17 and HSG53
• Face fitting
• BS EN 166- Eye protection
• COSSH Data
• Vibration syndrome- HAVS
• Crystalline silica
• Manufacturers marking of abrasive wheels
• Manufacturers guidance
• Introduction to the machine
• Hand held and bench mounted grinders
• Safe mounting and use of the abrasive wheels
• Correct changing of abrasive wheels
• Safe shut down procedures

Assessment

Theory and Practical Examination.

Ratio

1 instructor : 1 abrasive wheel : 6 candidates

Duration

This is a 1 day course.