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Abrasive Wheel Safety (Half-Day)

About the course

On completion of the course, delegates will be able to:

  1.  Understand the legal implications of working with grinding equipment.
  2.  Describe the main causes of accidents with abrasive wheels and their prevention.
  3. Describe the main characteristics of abrasive wheels from given Manufacturer information.
  4. Recognise unsatisfactory wheel condition.
  5. Understand the requirements for wheel guarding.
  6. Demonstrate the necessary knowledge to mount abrasive wheels correctly.
  7. True and dress abrasive wheels demonstrating knowledge of out-of-true and wheel balance conditions requiring dressing
    and tools and techniques involved.
  8. Appreciate the correct methods for storage and handling of abrasive wheels

 

 

What’s Covered?

Introduction  – Course aims, objectives and arrangements

Accident Causation  – Contact, eye injury, wheel burst, respiratory and other issues

The Legislation –  Brief overview of legal requirements relating to the use of abrasive wheels.

Abrasive Wheel – Features, characteristics and the marking.

Wheel speed –  Effect of forces exerted on the abrasive wheel in service.

Wheel inspection – Tap test and visual inspection.

Mounting techniques – Basic techniques for bench pedestal surface grinding machines, Angle grinders
and portable machines. Components and flange arrangements.

Truing, dressing –  Effects of out of balance/true condition, Huntingdon star dresser, diamond
dresser. Basic balancing technique

Storage and Handling requirements –  Effect of poor storage, recommended methods – HSG 17.

Wheel Guarding – Guard purpose, HSG 17 recommendations and principles

Learning Objectives

Working in association with Saltaire Training Services. 

Course details: 

Duration: Half Day

Venue details

Location: Shipley, West Yorkshire

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