Abrasive Wheels Training
Details
Ensuring the safe use of abrasive wheels is essential for workplace safety and legal compliance. In the UK, abrasive wheel operations are governed by the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998, which mandates that all workers using abrasive wheels must receive adequate training to minimize risks and prevent accidents.
Who is the course aimed at?
Anyone who operates and/or supervises those operating equipment using abrasive wheels.
Course Objectives
This comprehensive Abrasive Wheels Safety Training Course is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills required to handle abrasive wheels safely. Covering HSE guidelines, risk assessment, wheel selection, mounting procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE), this course ensures compliance with UK safety standards.
On completion of this course, participants will gain a thorough understanding of hazard identification, inspection protocols, and emergency response procedures, fostering a safer work environment. Whether you are a construction worker, supervisor, or manager, this training is essential for maintaining compliance and reducing workplace hazards.
Certification
This course certification is provided by Safetymen
Validation Length
Upon completion this course certification is valid for 3 year(s)
Training Methods
- Classroom
- Client Premises
- Virtual
Course Duration
The length of this course is Half a Day
Pricing
| Number of Learners | Per Person | Premium Price * |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - 4 | £109 | £139 |
| 5 - 5 | £100 | £130 |
| 6 - 6 | £87 | £117 |
| 7 - 10 | £80 | £110 |
| 11 - 12 | £73 | £103 |
* Our premium price is for courses that are held during the evenings or on weekends for your convenience
Prerequisites
The following list of prerequisites are required to take this course:
- 16 years or older
- able to physically undertake practical tasks
- free from the effects of drugs and alcohol
- fluent in spoken and written English
What to Bring
The following items are required to bring on the day of the course:
- Valid Photo ID - For example Passport or Driving License
- Clean comfortable clothing, suitable for classroom
- Lunch, if attending a full day at our Training Centre (although there are many local eateries nearby) - tea and coffee are provided
Course Content
- Statutory requirements
- Types of wheels
- Analysis of accidents
- Wheel marking and BS marking system
- Wheel components and manufacture
- Storage, handling and transportation
- Methods of testing
- Wheel dressing and adjustment of rest
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) and Noise at Work