Abrasive wheels are tools that can cut, grind, or finish metal and other hard materials within a workspace, making them an invaluable resource across several industries, including construction, manufacturing, and automotive repair.
There are inherent dangers that come with the use of abrasive wheels. This course will give you the knowledge to work with them as safely as possible.
By the end of this course you will have learned about:
- The different types of abrasive wheels
- Composition and structure
- Legislation governing their use
- How to safely mount abrasive wheels
- The correct assembly procedure for an abrasive wheel
- How to properly inspect and test abrasive wheels for safe operation
- Storing and transporting abrasive wheels correctly
- The potential risks and hazards
- Risk mitigation and accident prevention
- Using PPE
- Emergency response planning.