Abrasive Wheels

Introduction

The Safety in Industry Act. Schedule No 30. (Abrasive Wheels) 1982 places an obligation on all Employers of places where Abrasive Wheels are used, to ensure that only Trained, Competent and Appointed personnel mount the appropriate wheels in the machines. This legislation was deemed necessary due to the serious injuries and fatalities resulting from the use of machines that were subjected to inappropriate use or incorrect mounting procedures.

Course Aim

The aim of the course is to give participants the skill and knowledge to assess the danger associated with the use of abrasive wheels and use abrasive wheels safely and effectively

Objectives

On completion of this course, participants will:

Know the requirements for the storage of abrasive wheels
Be able to mount abrasive wheels correctly reducing the risk of injury
Use of an abrasive wheels safely and effectively
Have the skill and knowledge required to successfully complete the course assessments

Course Programme

Legislation
Hazards and Precautions
Understanding Codes and Specifications
Storing, Handling and Transporting Wheels Inspection/Testing
Components and Assembly
Wheel Balance and Dressing
Work Rest Adjustment
Safety and Health Regulations
Additional Literature and information

Who should attend?

Personnel who are in control of or involved in the use of Abrasive Wheels

Methodology

Presentation on multimedia, discussions and case studies. Course handouts, training records, evaluation forms are also provided. The presentation includes information on the assembly and disassembled of Electric, Petrol Driven and Pneumatic Machines. A large variety of abrasive wheels are compared to ensure that the participants understand the specification codes.

Assessment

Participants are required to complete written and practical assessments on the abrasive wheels

Certification

Participants will receive certification of attendance on completion of the course

Course Programmes