Abrasive Wheel Training

Options.  

Individual or groups.

1. Online through our portal below. This allows you to complete the theory section in your own time. You can then join one of the multiple 15 minute online practical sessions with our instructor. Call 087-6792295 to arrange the practical session.

Link to our online portal.   Click Here

Groups

2: Online. If you have a group we will provide a online zoom class at a time and date that suits you. Just contact us and we will agree details.

3. Face to Face. If you have a group we will travel to you or you can come to our facility. We are flexible so just contact us and we will agree details and cost.

Location. All Safety Training, Midleton, Co Cork.  Click to View Map

Note: Group Discount Rates Available

This course is not currently available for individual booking. Please contact us for group training options.

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Course Description

Description

Abrasive Wheel Training Course.

All Safety Training offer operator training which is required under legislation.

This abrasive wheels training course is legally required for all those who are involved in the purchase & selection, storage & handling, mounting, dressing and use of abrasive wheels. This includes either fixed (e.g. Bench grinders or polishers) or portable (e.g. angle grinders) abrasive wheels.

This course is designed to instruct participants in the theory and practice of safe use of Abrasive Wheels to comply with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007 (as amended).

 

Abrasive Wheel Certification.

All Safety Training ‘Abrasive Wheel Certificate’ is awarded to participants on successful completion of course.

The Abrasive Wheel Certification is valid for three years.

 

Abrasive Wheels Training Course Objectives

On completion of this training participants will be able to:-

  • Learn the most common safety risks with using abrasive wheels and put in place measures to recuse the potential and severity of an accident.
  • Identify the correct abrasive wheel for different functions wheather it be steel or concrete.
  • Be able to select the appropriate wheel for use depanding on the type of steel they are grinding.
  • Be able to inspect and recognise damaged wheels.
  • Know the correct procedure for mounting an abrasive wheel.

 

Abrasive Wheels Training Course Content

  • Abrasive wheels regulations
  • Identifying the hazards working with abrasive wheels
  • Selecting the correct wheel for the job
  • Inspection & testing of abrasive wheels
  • Guarding of grinding and cutting operations
  • Dressing and truing of abrasive wheels
  • Functions of components, flanges, blotters etc
  • Differences between grinding and cutting operations
  • Safe mounting of the abrasive wheel

 

Target Audience

The course is intended for fitters and operators who use abrasive wheels, as defined in legislation.

 

Assessment.

Assessment is by a theory and practical test.

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