Course Instructor: Glen Boulton CMgr FCMI FIC IEng MIET RoSPA Trained Abrasive Wheels Instructor.

Who is the course suitable for?

  • Any person who intends to use bench grinders, pedestal grinders or angle grinders.

  • Any person who is currently using this equipment but has received no formal instruction in the safe use of abrasive wheels in the last 3 to 5 years.

  • Any person who is starting a career in engineering.

What is covered in the course?

  • Health and Safety Legislation.

  • Identification of different types of abrasive wheels/discs.

  • Safe use of bench, pedestal and angle-grinders.

  • The safe replacement, set-up and dressing of abrasive wheels.

  • The safe storage of abrasive wheels.

  • Safe use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

  • Practical session metal cutting and angle grinding.

  • Practical session abrasive wheel replacement, set-up and dressing bench grinders and pedestal grinders.

  • Weekly inspection and recording.

 Why should I attend this course?

  • Compliance with current HSE guidance and legislation relating to the safe use of abrasive wheels (PUWER 98).

  • For your own personal safety and the safety of others, work colleagues or members of the public.

  • Safe use of workshop equipment, set-up and inspection of abrasive wheels.

  • This Delyn Safety UK certificate confirms your theoretical and practical training in this subject.