Abrasive Wheels

This course will cover the following machine types:

1. Angle grinders fitted with cutting or grinding wheels
2. Cut-off saws
3. Bench top grinders and cut-off saws

This course will cover the following machine types:

• Angle grinders fitted with cutting or grinding wheels
•  Cut-off saws
• Bench top cut-off saws
• Bench mounted grinders
• Pedestal mounted grinders
• Bench mounted grinders
• Pedestal mounted grinders

Course Objectives:

On completion of this course participant will be able to:

1. List the legal requirements of working with abrasive wheels
2. Identify typical hazards associated with the use of abrasive wheels
3. Demonstrate an understanding of (BS EN 12413) wheel marking system
4. Select the appropriate wheel or disc for the task at hand
5. Correctly mount and use an abrasive wheel as per manufacturers instructions

Course Content:

1. The Abrasive Wheels Regulations 1982
2. Hazards associated with the use of abrasive wheels
3. Causes of abrasive wheel accidents
4. BS EN 12413 wheel marking system
5. Correct wheel selection
6. Wheel inspection for damage prior to mounting
7. Correct wheel mounting procedures
8. Component functions e.g. flanges, blotters, nuts etc.
9. Guarding of abrasive wheel machines
10. Guard and tool rest adjustment
11. Grinding and cutting differences
12. Dressing and truing operations (depending on wheel type)
13. P.P.E. Safe operating procedures       

The training shall include suitable and sufficient instruction in the following matters in relation to each class or type of abrasive wheel in respect of which it is proposed to appoint the person being trained:

1. Proper methods relating to the mounting of abrasive wheels;
2. Hazards arising from the use of abrasive wheels and precautions which should be observed;
3. Methods of marking abrasive wheels as to type and speed;
4. Methods of storing, handling and transporting abrasive wheels;
5. Methods of inspecting and testing abrasive wheels to check for damage;
6. The functions of all components used with abrasive wheels, including flanges, washers, bushes and nuts used in mounting, and knowledge of the correct and incorrect methods of assembling all components and of correct balancing of abrasive wheels;
7. The proper method of dressing an abrasive wheel;
8. The adjustment of the rest of an abrasive wheel;
9. The requirements of these Regulations;
10. The use of advisory literature relating to the mounting of abrasive wheels.

Method of Training

The course involves a mixture of classroom theory, practical demonstration and participant practice. Participants are tested at the end of the course. There is a written test paper, and all answers will be covered during the course.