Pedestal Grinder Safety Training
Short course
In Peterborough
Description
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Type
Short course
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Level
Beginner
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Location
Peterborough
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Duration
1 Day
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Start date
Different dates available
This Half Day course is designed for anyone who has the use of a pedestal grinder. It also covers anyone who selects and mounts the abrasive wheels on the pedestal grinder. The course covers different types of abrasive wheel, diamond blades, pre-use inspection to wheels and tools, hazards, correct PPE, fire control, regulations, correct cutting/grinding techniques and correct selection of wheels.
Facilities
Location
Start date
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About this course
To cover the duty of care placed on employers by the PUWER regulations 1998 to provide adequate training for the safe use abrasive wheels. To give the candidate the knowledge to select the correct wheel for the job, the suitable PPE required, and to cut or grind using the tool safely.
The course is suitable for anyone who works with pedestal grinders and is indispensable for anyone involved in the checking, and replacement of the wheels.
No prior knowledge is assumed.
Attendance Certification
Reviews
Subjects
- Grinding machine
- Health and Safety
Teachers and trainers (1)
Vogal Trainer
Welding Instructor
Course programme
This half day course (up to 8 people) covers: -
Legislation
- Hazards and Precautions
- Methods of Marking
- Methods of Storing, Handling and Transportation
- Methods of Inspecting
- Function of Components
The course will focus on: -
Regulations
How does it work?
The grinding process
Practical demonstrations
Practical assessments
Candidates will be assessed on their competence by the instructor throughout the practical session.
Pedestal Grinder Safety Training