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Abrasive wheels training is a legal requirement under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98). It is imperative for those operating abrasive and grinding wheel equipment in the workplace, and provides learners with guidance on precautions for the prevention of accidents in the use of abrasive wheels, particularly injury resulting from either wheel breakage or contact with a running wheel.
According to statistics provided by HSE, nearly half of all accidents involving abrasive wheels are due to an unsafe system of work or operator error.
Some of the hazards involved with abrasive and grinding wheels are more obvious, like wheel breakage or contact with a running wheel, but others are less obvious such as vibration, noise and dust.
Incorrect mounting and use of grinding equipment can lead to accidents to people, plant and equipment.
As stated by the HSE, to reduce risk to health and safety there is no substitute for abrasive wheels training, developing the knowledge and understanding of abrasive wheel operators. This is done through a mix of theory and practical training on the safe operation of machinery, and all aspects of the mounting and use of abrasive wheels.
“The TSW Trainer who delivered the training yesterday was absolutely superb. As a trainer myself, his professionalism throughout was of the highest standard and his knowledge was thorough throughout the sessions. The employees enjoyed the training and therefore, please say a huge thank you off us for yesterday’s Abrasive Wheels training.” – Mal Kelleher-Griffiths, CAF Rolling Stock
This course is ideal for individuals working in construction, building, fabrication, engineering, automotive and maintenance departments including:
It is suitable for just about anyone using portable tools with an abrasive wheel i.e. angle grinders, disc cutters, skill saws, concrete saws or ‘whizzers’.
This half-day awareness course highlights the necessary precautions required to reduce accidents and provides an understanding of key legislations in line with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER 1998).
Benefits for individuals:
Benefits for employers:
There is an option to take a short-answer questionnaire at the end of the course. This is not an accredited qualification but TSW can certify that a person has completed the assessment successfully.
No pre-course preparation is required for this course.
Delegates are requested to complete a pre-course questionnaire that will be handed to the tutor before the first day of the course. This ensures that the course is delivered to the highest quality and is relevant to learner’s needs and objectives.
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The abrasive wheels training course is approximately half a day in length (4 hours). We can tailor the training to the specific needs of your organisation.
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