Equipment specific courses (angle grinder / stihl saw / road saw etc) to meet the requirements of PUWER Regulations. Combination courses available.

This course is fully Complies with the current regulations to an In House standard

Basic Training 1 Day/Refresher Training 0.50 Day
Relevant Legislation
Structure and manufacture of abrasive wheels
Hazards associated with the use of abrasive wheels
Abrasive wheel accidents and safety statistics
Wheel marking system
Correct wheel selection
Component functions e.g. flanges, blotters, nuts etc
Machines, maintenance and Inspection
Storing, handling and transportation
Wheel inspection for damage prior to mounting
Replacing Abrasive wheels
Adjust guards and Rests
Mounting Procedures
Balancing, truing and dressing abrasive wheels
Guarding of abrasive wheel machines
Guard and tool rest adjustment
Grinding and cutting differences
Dressing and truing operations (depending on wheel type)
P.P.E. requirements
Safe operating procedures
Practical Session
Theory Test
Practical Test