Abrasive Wheels

Overview

This half day Abrasive Wheels training course is designed to help users identify, select, inspect and fit all varieties of wheel on a selection of relevant tools. The practical session includes choosing, inspecting and fitting the wheel for a specific task.

The course will provide knowledge and understanding for candidates. Those undertaking this course will:

  • Gain a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator

  • Acquire a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook and familiarity with other sources of information available, including learning about relevant legislation

  • Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions

  • Be able to locate and identify key controls and explain their functions

  • Learn how to conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements

  • Learn how to identify and maintain PPE appropriate for a selection of abrasive wheels

  • Learn how to select a suitable type of blade relative to the work being undertaken

  • Learn how to conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area and set up safety zone

  • Learn how to prepare the machine for use and operate machinery safely and efficiently

  • Gain an understanding of environmental considerations

  • Understand how to store and transport a selection of abrasive wheels

  • Learn how to carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

Upon successful completion of the course, learners will be issued with a Greenlight Safety certificate valid for 3 years.

Image of sparks coming off an abrasive wheel

Key Information

  • This course is half a day in duration.

  • To attend this course you are required to have completed a short pre-requisite quiz, this will be distributed to you prior to the course start date. Please bring a form of photo identification on the day of your training course. Please also inform the Greenlight team of any allergies/preferences, as lunch will be provided.

  • Yes - up to £30 from the CITB.