Abrasive Wheel Machines

This course will equip you with the skills, knowledge and confidence to operate an abrasive wheel machine safely for cutting and/or grinding operations, protecting both you and those around you. 

The training course will consist of theory and practical sessions, followed by assessment. Course sessions include:  

• Abrasive Wheel Safety and the Law  
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)  
• The Abrasive Wheel  
• Speed  
• Inspection, Handling, Transporation and Storage  
• Machine and Wheel Components  
• Bench Mounted Grinder  
• Hand Held Electric Driven Grinder/Disc Cutter  
• Bench Mounted Cut-off Saw  
• Hand Held Engine Driven Disc Cutter  
• Theory Assessment  
• Practical Assessment

What will be covered? At the end of this course, you will be able to:  

• Identify the health and safety requirements for abrasive wheel operation  
• Carry out a risk assessment and implement control measures, including emergency procedures  
• Understand the legislative requirements and responsibilities of abrasive wheel operations  
• Understand the characteristics of abrasives and their uses  
• Understand and interpret the marking system of abrasive wheels  
• Understand how to handle and store abrasive wheels  
• Understand how to select and check abrasive wheels before use  
• Understand and identify what speeds should be adhered to in wheel selection 
• Identify the main components and understand their functions  
• Mount an abrasive wheel and /or a diamond wheel  
• Understand the difference between truing and dressing a wheel (bench grinders)  
• Dress a wheel and identify dressers (bench grinders)  
• Adjust work rests correctly (bench grinders)  
• Use operating precautions and be aware of avoiding hazardous conditions  
• Carry out daily maintenance on petrol powered machines (disc cutter and cut-off saws)  
• Operate the equipment in a safe and appropriate manner

Course notes will be provided, but please bring the following; 

• Tight-fitting gloves - to protect the hands if sharp parts are being handled 
• Safety glasses with side shields - to prevent chips from reaching the eyes. Type EN166B 
• Long trousers, steel toe cap boots 
• Face mask FFP3 
• Hearing protection - to prevent hearing damage from the noise created by grinding 
• Notepad and pen