Course Duration: 1 day

Module Outline
The aim of this module is for candidates to:

Understand the safety requirements when using abrasive wheels.
How to correctly use abrasive wheels machines and recognise defects.


Course Overview
Classroom Theory
Workshop Based Practical Exercises


Pre-requisites
Candidate should be employed by Company. Initial company induction training should have been completed.


Target Audience
Muti-Skilled Technician/Apprentice Personnel employed by Company


Course Content

Accident Analysis
 
The Abrasive Wheels Regulations 1970
 
Training of Appointed Persons
 
Abrasive Wheel Characteristics
 
Selection of Abrasive Wheels
 
The British Standard Marking System
 
Abrasive Wheel Mounting
 
Practical Implications of the Regulations
 
Application and Operation of the Regulations
 
Wheel Ringing
Use of Grinding Fluids
 
Truing and Dressing of Abrasive Wheels
 
Storage of Abrasive Wheels
 
Wheel Speeds
 
Spindle Speeds
 
Guards and Work Rests
 
Portable Grinding Machines
 
Summary of Operating Conditions
 




Certification
A Course attendance certificate will be issued on successful completion


Venue
BTTA Training Centre or Company Classroom & Workshop


Items to bring
Positive Safety Attitude, PPE (Boots, Coveralls, Gloves, Safety Glasses).