Objectives

On successful completion of the Abrasive Wheels training course candidates will be able to:

• Identify the significant hazards associated with the mounting and use of abrasive wheels.
• To satisfy legislative requirements concerning the use of such equipment.
• To prevent injury to the persons mounting or using the abrasive wheel Outline Programme.

Topics

This course will cover the following topics: –

• Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
• Hazards arising from the use of abrasive wheels
• Methods of marking abrasive wheels
• Methods of storage, handling and transportation
• Testing and inspection
• Methods of mounting on equipment
• Method of dressing wheels
• Compounds used in manufacture
• Accident statistics