Abrasive Wheels

Abrasive Wheels Details

The course is for those who use portable grinding, cutting equipment and bench grinders. Candidates are taught the safe use of abrasive wheels and discs, including the correct selection and mounting skills. Candidates are given a partial face fit test on the RPE issued for use by their employers, who are later informed of the results.

For this reason, all attendees attending this course are required to bring:

• Safety Boots
• Flame Retardant Overalls
• BSEN166.B Goggles
• Gloves EN388-3332 or above

What the course covers

• Health and Safety Legislation/Accidents
• RPE Requirements
• Requirements of the PUWER Regulations
• Storage, Selection and Mounting of Abrasive Wheels and Discs
• Hand-arm Vibration Issues
• Safe Working Practices in the Correct Use of Cutting and Grinding Tools
• Practical Test on Selection and Mounting of Discs
• Practical Instruction on the Use of Cutting and Grinding Tools

Who should attend

The course has been developed and designed for candidates who change and mount a bonded abrasive wheel or disc.

Course assessment and certification

NDTG Certificate