Objective

To provide delegates with a knowledge and understanding relating to the safe use of Abrasive Wheels including precautions, how to identify potential hazards, correct means of storage and all required inspections before use.

Target Group

Rather sadly, incidents involving abrasive wheels, disks and machines continue to occur worldwide for a variety of reasons. These incidents have left operators badly injured, and in some cases, permanently disfigured. With a well-trained workforce, industry should see a significant drop in these cases. We at RelyOn Nutec Onsite possess the expertise to provide the required training to your workforce.

Prerequisites

Not applicable for this course.

Examination

On successful completion of this course delegates will have completed a theoretical test and participated in practical content associated with the selection of equipment specific to the task


On successful completion of this course delegates will be issued and In House Training providers certificate

Course Contents

Introduction to the latest regulations concerning abrasive wheels and discs.
The care in storage, handling and transportation.
Visual inspections and testing rejection criteria
The markings and symbols on wheels and discs.
The importance of spindle and wheel/disc speeds.
Proper and safe mounting of wheels and discs.
The identification of potential hazards.
Truing and dressing of wheels.
Selection and use of the proper P.P.E.