Abrasive Wheels Awareness
Understand the legislation and demonstrate the safe fitting and use of abrasive wheels in line with manufacturers' instructions.
Course aim
To give delegates an understanding of current legislation and the ability to demonstrate the safe fitting and use of abrasive wheels in compliance with manufacturers' instructions.
Course content
- Health & Safety at Work Act
- Duties of the employer and employee
- Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations
- Bonded abrasive products (EN 12413)
- Fitting an abrasive wheel
- Storage and maintenance
- Do's and don'ts
- Mis-use of abrasive wheels
- Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
- Questionnaire
Who should attend
Those who operate, supervise or manage the use of angle grinders, cut-off saws and bench-top cut-off saws.
Certification
Frameworks Certificate of Training.
Frequently asked questions
Who needs Abrasive Wheels training?
Anyone who operates, supervises or manages angle grinders, cut-off saws and bench-top cut-off saws. Required under PUWER and a standard expectation on most construction sites.
How long is the course?
Half a day, at our Salford training centre or on your site.
How long does the certificate last?
Frameworks Certificate of Training is typically valid for three years. Many sites refresh sooner.
Is this Ofqual regulated?
It's a Frameworks Certificate of Training course. If you need an Ofqual-regulated alternative, get in touch and we'll point you to the right option.
What's covered?
Health & Safety at Work Act, PUWER, bonded abrasive products (EN 12413), fitting a wheel, storage, do's and don'ts, and misuse.