Abrasive Wheel Training

What is Abrasive Wheel Training?

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Abrasive wheel training covers the safe use of a range of tools, including:

• Angle grinders,

• Cut off saws,

• Floor saws,

• Chop saws,

• Bench grinders,

• Pedestal grinders,

• Precision grinders,

• Any other tool using an abrasive wheel or disk.

Each of these tools has the potential to cause life changing, or even life ending injuries. Abrasive wheel training seeks to minimise and eliminate risks and hazards, wherever possible, ensuring safety in the workplace.

Our training is popular with a variety of professionals, in industries including:

• Transportation,

• Manufacturing,

• Agriculture,

• Emergency services,

• Building,

• Engineering,

• And more.

Why is Abrasive Wheel Training Necessary?

In addition to general health and safety legislation, there are numerous laws and regulations which set up how specific tools and pieces of equipment are to be used in the workplace.

With regards to abrasive wheels, PUWER 98 (The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998) requires, among other things, that all machinery is suitable for its intended use and is properly maintained.

All employees, including those using, mounting and managing the operation of abrasive wheels, should be fully informed and properly trained in their safe use.

There are a number of very serious risks and hazards involved in using an abrasive wheel. These include:

• Cuts,

• Burns,

• Loss of limbs or digits,

• Exposure to toxic materials,

• Eye damage,

• Hearing damage,

• Strains and sprains

• Strike injuries.

Anyone using an abrasive wheel, or anyone in their vicinity is at risk of these injuries. Additionally, there is the risk of damage to other property, equipment and tools. Proper abrasive wheel training minimises these risks, improving both safety and productivity.

This is essential for health and safety in the workplace.

What Does the TCTS Group Abrasive Wheel Course Include?

Our abrasive wheel training program is expertly designed to give students the knowledge and skills they need to safely mount, replace, and use abrasive wheels. Students will learn how to operate in full compliance with relevant legislation, as well as manufacturers’ guidelines.

Additionally, there are differing requirements under the law for the use of different kinds of abrasive wheels. As such, it is essential that all operatives are properly trained for any and all tools they will use in their daily roles.

On completion of the course, Delegates will understand the legal requirements behind abrasive wheel safety, will be able to have the ability to set abrasive wheels safely and have a full understanding of the requirements of PUWER 98.

This course is delivered within our practical workshop or on-site within your organisation.

Abrasive Wheel Course Content

• History of Abrasive Wheels Regulations,

• Legal requirements relating to abrasive wheels,

• Hazards arising from the use of abrasive wheels,

• Methods of marking, storing, handling and transportation,

• Practical demonstrations.

Our abrasive wheel training courses are tailored to the needs of each company, with regards to the specific tools they use. All training sessions cover build skills and knowledge across the following four categories:

1. Understanding Abrasive Wheel Regulations

Our course begins by building awareness of the different regulations which govern abrasive wheel use. This includes developing a working awareness of PUWER 98, along with the specific clauses which cover different types of abrasive wheel tools.

We’ll also outline the responsibilities of operatives, companies and other internal team members with regards to ensuring compliance with these regulations. Trainees will develop the skills to direct colleagues who do not use abrasive wheels on the appropriate behaviour during their operation.

2. Wheel Mounting and Storage

In any workplace setting, one of the most important health and safety decisions which can be taken is using the appropriate tool for the job. This section of the training will cover how to identify the right wheels for the job.

Our abrasive wheel training also covers the practical steps needed to safely mount and replace wheels, as well as how and where abrasive wheels should be stored in order to eliminate common risks and hazards.

3. Understanding Risks and Hazards

One of the fundamental parts of any safety training is a proper knowledge of the risks and hazards which are likely to be encountered during operation. Our abrasive wheel training covers this in the context of a range of different tools, applications and environments.

By the end of the course, trainees will be able to identify common risks associated with abrasive wheel usage, as well as the best practices for mitigating these.

4. Protective Measures and Hazard Awareness

Finally, we’ll cover the specific measures and procedures which should be put in place to ensure safe usage of abrasive wheels in the workplace. Trainees will also gain the ability to preempt and avoid unnecessary risks, and communicate this information to colleagues.

After completing the course, trainees will be able to explain aspects required by the schedule of training, a specific legal requirement for anyone who mounts abrasive wheels. They’ll also be able to set abrasive wheels safely, and understand the legal requirements behind abrasive wheel safety.

Abrasive Wheel Course Duration & Price

This is a half day course, lasting 3.5 hours.

We provide this training at any of our training locations throughout the UK or Ireland or at your premises if required. We tailor all training delivery to the specific needs of your business, so that trainees learn to apply their new knowledge to the real-world situations they will encounter in their role.

Price includes tuition and necessary course materials.

On completion of the course all trainees will be awarded a Certificate of Training. This course can be used by both employers and individuals as evidence of continued professional development.

TCTS Group are some of the leading experts on workplace health and safety and compliance in the UK and Ireland. Contact us for detailed pricing information, or to answer any queries regarding our abrasive wheel training.