There are not many operations within the construction industry that are as dangerous as using abrasive wheels. Many companies require their staff to use this powerful equipment on a regular basis, and so training is vital.
What Are Abrasive Wheels And Why Are They Dangerous?
Companies use abrasive wheels for cutting and grinding materials like metal and concrete. It is because of the abrasive particles that bond together to create the wheels that they get their name. We sometimes refer to abrasive wheels as cutting or grinding wheels. Construction equipment often uses abrasive wheels, such as angle grinders and petrol saws.
Operating abrasive wheels can be dangerous because of the threat to operators, colleagues or pedestrians. Accidentally coming into contact with the fast-moving wheel can be fatal and so extreme care is needed. Operators are legally required to undergo training to learn how to use abrasive wheels safely. Other dangers of using this equipment include the wheels breaking, dust and flying particles, noise and HAVS.
The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 (Section 2 covers competency and demands training for all such activities) and The Safety in Industry Act 1882 (Schedule No. 30 (Abrasive Wheels) places an obligation on all employers where Abrasive Wheels are in use, to ensure that only trained, competent and appointed personnel mount the appropriate wheels in the machines.
| Abrasive Wheels Online Training This course is aimed at anyone who uses abrasive wheels, or employs people who use abrasive wheels as part of their work. It covers different types of abrasive wheel, safety in their use and how to identify the type of wheel This course covers different types of abrasive wheel, safety in their use and how to identify the type of wheel. Approved by IIRSM & CPD 100 mins duration. *The course duration is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off. It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions €34.95 More info / Register | Abrasive Wheels Instructor Classroom Based Training The course is intended for those people who are responsible for providing training in the workplace. People attending should have already completed an abrasive wheel training course. Ideally, having experience of working with abrasive wheels. The course is intended for those people who are responsible for providing training in the workplace. People attending should have already completed an abrasive wheel training course. Ideally, having experience of working with abrasive wheels. Full CMSE Training certification for all successful candidates 2 day duration €590 More Info / Register | Abrasive Wheels Classroom Based Training The course is designed for fitters and operators who use abrasive wheels. (Defined in legislation). The aim of this Abrasive Wheel Training Course is to instruct people in mounting, operation, handling and storage of abrasive wheels and to demonstrate to people the use of an abrasive wheel in a practical demonstration. Full CMSE Training certification for all successful candidates Half Day duration €125.00 More info / Register |