Nearly half of all accidents involving abrasive wheels are due to an unsafe system of work or operator error, with the majority of accidents being caused by burst discs. Nearly all abrasive wheel accidents require a visit to A&E. It is a requirement of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations that anyone using an abrasive wheel in the workplace is trained to do so.
THSP’s Safe Use of Abrasive Wheels training course offers practical advice on how to reduce abrasive wheel accidents and is designed to encourage workers to adopt a culture to improve overall safety within the workplace.
This Safe Use of Abrasive Wheels training is essential for anyone who changes and uses abrasive wheels, including supervisors/managers overseeing this operation. It gives delegates the skills and knowledge to safely work with hand held cutting/grinding discs.
This course can be for Handheld, Benchmounted, Petrol or Clipper Saws.
This half-day training can be delivered at your premises for £495+VAT for up to 10 delegates.
What you will learn:
- Safe fitting and maintenance of abrasive wheels and associated machinery
- The selection of correct Personal Protective Equipment
- An understanding of the need for safe handling in the use and storage of abrasive wheels
Equipment/facilities required:
- Machines and a selection of the discs/wheels that are used
- A training room to comfortably accommodate all the delegates with 240V power supply for the theory component of the course
Assessment: Delegates must complete a written test and a practical assessment.
Certification: A certificate will be issued on successful completion of this course valid for 5 years.
To book this course, email training@thsp.co.uk, call 03456 122 144 or complete our on-site booking form here.