• Definition of Abrasive wheels
  • Types of abrasive wheels (e.g., grinding wheels, cutting wheels, etc.)
  • Common applications of abrasive wheels
  • Overview of relevant health and safety legislation
  • Responsibilities of employers and employees
  • Identification of potential hazards associated with abrasive wheels
  • Risk assessment and control measures
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
  • Proper selection of abrasive wheels for specific tasks
  • Understanding wheel markings and specifications
  • Safe storage practices for abrasive wheels
  • Correct procedures for mounting abrasive wheels on equipment
  • Inspection and pre-use checks
  • Signs of damage or wear and when to replace wheels
  • Importance of machine guarding
  • Types of guards and their functions
  • Compliance with machine safety standards
  • Guidelines for safe use of abrasive wheels
  • Techniques for minimizing risks during operation
  • Emergency procedures and shutdown protocols
  • Importance of personal safety
  • Proper use of PPE, including eye protection and gloves
  • Good hygiene practices
  • Practical exercises for hands-on experience with abrasive wheels
  • Demonstration of correct techniques for different applications
  • Supervised practice sessions

Understand the operational requirements needed to ensure safe use of Abrasive Wheel Understand the risk related to the unsafe use of different type of Abrasive Wheel Understand the controls required for Abrasive Wheel Understand how to establish and maintain Hand Held Power Tools