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Handheld Disc Cutter Safety in Construction - Abrasive Wheels course

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Handheld Disc Cutter Safety in Construction - Abrasive Wheels Course

Course Information

This abrasive wheels course is designed for people who may be required to select and mount an abrasive or diamond wheel for use with a petrol-driven cut-off saw (PDCOS) or battery- or electrically powered equipment such as grinders and associated abrasive wheel categories in the workplace, or who need familiarisation or refresher skills with the relevant regulations and practical application of skills in the use of abrasive wheels.

This is a classroom-based course with demonstrations and practical group exercises.

Client to specify and provide types of equipment and cutting/grinding wheels used were possible to ensure this will meet their specific needs. If practical application/assessment is requested a suitable area for the practical element of the training at the client’s premises is to be provided for using the equipment and materials for practicing the use of the abrasive wheels (blocks, bricks, paving slabs, kerbs, steel components, etc.)
Course Requirements
Delegates must have successfully completed training to the Abrasive wheels theory standard (GET3098 or Refresher GET100) within the last 12 months, failure to have completed the Abrasive Wheels Theory Training within this period CITB Grant Claims will not be accepted by CITB for this course.

Key Course Details

Course Logistics

Duration: 1 day

Location: Delivered on-site nationwide

Dates: Call 01623 287830

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

Maximum numbers: 12 classroom

Course Details & Recognition

Cost: Day rate - £945 + VAT

Price subject to confirmation*
*Final price may vary depending on location.

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Accreditation: CITB ATO Workforce Skills Support Certification

Certificate Validity: 3 years

Funding & Grants

CITB Short Course Grant Code: GET3099 - Tier 1: £60 per person

CITB Support

Ken Wood & Sons Construction have been utilising the services provided by Workforce Skill Support for a number of years now. Their expertise and understanding of the Construction Industries Training requirements and associated advice is invaluable. Every request is dealt with professionally and efficiently whilst understanding our needs and working within budgets. We would highly recommend using Workforce Skills Support for all your training needs.

Ken Wood & Sons Construction

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Option 1
Funded

Net Cost to You

£0

Who It's For
CITB Levy Registered Companies

Funding Route
Skills and Training Fund

Option 2
70% Funded

Net Cost to You

£283.50 + VAT

Who It's For
CITB Levy Registered Companies

Funding Route
Employer Networks (70% funded)

Option 3
Pay-then-claim: Reduced via Grant

Net Cost to You

Medium Group
(12 people)

£225 + VAT

Small Group
(5 people)

£645 + VAT

Who It's For
CITB Levy Registered Companies

Funding Route
Short Qualification Grant (£60 per person)

Option 4
Standard Payment

Net Cost to You

£945 + VAT

Who It's For
Not CITB Levy Registered Companies

Funding Route
No CITB Grant Available

Please note:

  • Funding is subject to CITB eligibility checks.
  • Final price may vary based on your location and will be confirmed at the time of booking.

How is this course Delivered?

This course is available exclusively for groups and can be delivered:

In-house classroom delivery – We come to your site

This is a private, closed session for your team only. All attendees will receive a certificate of attendance on completion.

Maximum numbers: 12 classroom

We come to you
This course is delivered in person at your chosen location, exclusively for your team.

What to expect:

  • Expert trainer on-site
  • Hands-on interaction with your group
  • No travel needed for your staff
  • Certificate of attendance for each participant
  • Each course combines thorough theoretical instruction with practical, hands-on exercises. Participants benefit from real-time feedback and guidance from experienced trainers, ensuring they gain valuable skills ready for practical application.
  • We can arrange a local venue close to your site if preferred
    • Please note: using an external venue may affect the day rate.

Handheld Disc Cutter Safety in ConstructionCourse Aims

The aim of this abrasive wheels 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.
What you'll Learn

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, delegates will be able to:
  • Health & safety regulations
  • Petrol, electric and battery powered machines
  • Storing and transporting
  • Pre-start/post stop inspections
  • Refuelling and recharging
  • Dust suppression and water collection systems
  • Operating machines
  • Safe operating positions
  • Security of cut sections
  • Blade selection and fitment of both abrasive cutting disc and diamond tipped blade
  • Practical application of the safe setting up and using abrasive wheels
  • Theory Test

Find out more about this Course

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have questions about this course? Here is a compilation of our most frequently asked questions.

This is a classroom-based course with demonstrations and practical group exercises, and is delivered to the CITB standards.

The maximum number of delegates for the Handheld Disc Cutter Safety in Construction training is 12. 

Yes, Workforce Skills Support has a limit amount of equipment that can be used for any training that we deliver, this includes Stihl petrol cut off saws, 5" Grinder and 9" Grinder all suplied with Diamond Cutting Blades, also water suppression bottles and 110v transformer. Any other variant in make equipment or types of equipment such as bench grinders, mitre or circular saws, we would request that the client provides these on the day of training.

The Handheld Disc Cutter Safety in Construction course duration is 6 hours.

No, this course will be delivered on a day rate.

Yes, you will receive  a Workforce Skills Support certificate detailing the content of the course that you have successfully achieved and this will be valid for 3 years.

💥 Bring Abrasive Wheels Training or small tools training to Your Site 💥From £295+VAT per group

(Includes up to 12 delegates – enquire for details)

🛠 Abrasive Wheels (Theory + Practical)

✅ Delivered at your premises
✅ 70% funded via CITB Employer Network
✅ Add a practical bolt-on to theory based grant-eligible training

Limited availability – book now to secure your training date!

*Price based on CITB Employer Network funding. T&Cs apply.

Check availability & pricing. Call us on 01623 287830.