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Abrasive Wheels Theory Training

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abrasive wheels theory training

Duration: 3 hours

Minimum Numbers: 1+ (charged at a day rate)

Maximum Numbers: 15 classroom

Location: Delivered on-site nationwide

Cost: Day rate - Price on calling

Dates: Call 01623 287830

Accreditation: Workforce Skills Support Certification

Certificate Validity: 3 years

CITB Short Course Grant Code: GET3090 - Tier 1: £60 per person

Abrasive Wheels Theory Training

Course Information

This course is designed for people who may be required to select or mount an abrasive wheel and diamond wheels on handheld portable abrasive wheel equipment such as petrol cut-off saws, grinders, bench saws, etc. in the workplace or who need familiarisation or refresher skills with the relevant regulations for the use of abrasive wheels.

This is a theory-based course that will cover the basic fundamental information for the safe use of abrasive wheels and will go through the inspection and mounting procedures for cutting and grinding discs appropriate to the client’s needs.

Client to specify and provide types of equipment and cutting/grinding wheels used where possible to ensure this will meet the specific needs of their employees. The client is therefore requested to provide relevant equipment used within the organisation so training can be provided on the equipment used by their employees. This should include:
  • Abrasive wheels equipment - petrol cut of saws, grinders, etc.
  • Flange spanners or service tools
  • Dust or water suppression kits (where applicable)
  • Cutting/grinding wheels
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Abrasive Wheels Theory TrainingCourse Aims

The aim of this course is to provide knowledge of the hazards and risks associated with the use of abrasive wheels and ensure they understand their responsibilities under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) in the safe mounting of abrasive wheels and discs on portable machinery and applying the skills to operate the equipment safely.
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Learning Outcomes

Here is a brief overview of the content of training.
  • Identify the main types of abrasive wheels and their equipment and will understand the hazards and risks associated with them.
  • Identify hazards, risks, and controls associated with abrasive wheels
  • Identify markings and selection
  • Recognise how storing handling, and transporting of abrasive wheels should be carried out
  • Identify inspecting and testing of equipment
  • Identify components and functions
  • Understand assembling and mounting of wheels
  • Understand main abrasive wheels legislation
  • Understanding cutting/grinding process
  • Theory Test

Frequently Asked Questions

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The Abrasive Wheels Theory Training course is a classroom or remote course with group participation.

The maximum number of delegates for the Abrasive Wheels Theory Training is 15 face-to-face or 12 remote.

The Abrasive Wheels Theory Training course duration is 3 to 4 hours.

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