Abrasive Wheels Training Course
Abrasive Wheels
Abrasive wheels training is a legal requirement in Ireland, for all those who are involved in the selection, inspection, wheel mounting and use of abrasive wheels equipment.
This includes Bench & Pedestal Mounted Grinders, Angle Grinders, Con-Saws and Metal Chop Saws. Portable cordless equipment including angle grinders and battery powered con-saws.
A practical assessment of wheel selection, inspection and wheel mounting must be completed to gain a full 3 year certificate.
Training Options
Classroom Training Course:
Onsite or Local Training Room
Tutored Course & Practical Assessment
Live Remote Instructor Course:
Video Conference Meeting
Tutored Course & Practical Assessment
Blended Learning Course:
E-Learning Theory Training
Tutored Practical Assessment
Course Content
The following topics are covered during this course:
- Abrasive wheels regulations
- Hazards working with abrasive wheels
- Inspection and testing of abrasive wheels
- Guards and machine components
- Dressing and truing of vitrified abrasive wheels
- Fire safety control measures
- Safe mounting of abrasive wheels
Maximum Participants: 10 | Certification: CTS 3 Year Certificate
Course Objectives
On completion of this training participants will be able to:
- Safely store and identify abrasive wheels
- Be able to select appropriate wheels use
- Be able to mount abrasive wheel
- Understand the hazards and risks when using abrasive wheels
- Identify and control hazards in the work area