Abrasive Wheels

Overview
Be aware of the basic requirements of current legislation (PUWER)
Be able to recognise hazards and defects
Be aware of the actions to take in order to ensure that defects and hazards are reported
Be able to carry out correct mounting of abrasive wheel on hand held cutting / angle grinders and concrete cutting saws (Stihl Saws)
Understand how to use an abrasive wheel safely on site

Suitable For
All users of Abrasive Wheels

Teaching
Methods Classroom (Powerpoint, Handouts)
Practical (Demonstrations, Hands On, Assessment of Competence)

Pre Requisites
None

Aims
The aim of this course is to provide sufficient training to comply with the HASWA 1992 and PUWER (The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998), in respect to the safe mounting and use of abrasive wheels and discs to hand held portable cutting machines.