‍Abrasive Wheel Regulations

‍Syllabus | Duration | Instructor Machinery Ratio

‍The Abrasive Wheel Regulations Course enables trainees to be able to identify the types of disc and tools appropriate to the Approved Code of Practice and their use and also, to be aware of the hazards if used incorrectly.

‍Upon completion of the course, operatives will have the theory knowledge in safety and setting up of an abrasive wheel and of the hazards if equipment or PPE are disregarded or used inappropriately.

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‍Syllabus

‍The basic course syllabus includes...

‍Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 & ACOPS

‍Abrasive Wheel Regulations

‍Types of PPE and their uses

‍Power Source and Ventilation

‍Identification of Discs and Safety

‍Types of Power Tool and Safety Checks

‍Dust – Hand Arm Vibration and Hazards

‍Changing of Blades and Truing

‍Safety Guards and Running Speeds

‍Huntington Dresser and Stones

‍Pre Start Check Test

‍Practical Test

‍Theory Test

‍Course closing summary

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‍Duration

‍As with all our courses, we will adapt the course to suit the experience and number of candidates on the course, which may affect the duration.

‍Refresher Course: 1 day

‍Novice Operative Course: 1 day

‍Instructor Machinery Ratio

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‍Instructor Machinery Ratio

‍This course has an instructor – trainee – machinery ratio of...

‍Up to 8 x Trainees

‍1 x Instructor

‍1 x Angle Grinder or Appropriate Tools and Equipment for the Course

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