Health and Safety Courses

Introduction to Abrasive Wheels

The Importance of Abrasive Wheel Training

Legislation Summary Ireland and UK - With Downloads

HSG17 UK

Irish Law

Knowledge Check - Importance of Training

Introduction, Training and The Law

Abrasive Wheels Injuries

Knowledge Check - Injuries and PPE

Injuries and PPE

Bonded Abrasive Wheels

Bond Type Flashcards

Specialist Abrasive Wheels

Specialist Abrasive Wheels Flashcards

Knowledge Check - Bonded and Specialist Abrasive Wheels

Bonded and Specialist Abrasive Wheels

Wheel Markings

Wheel Marking System

Type A vs B Abrasive Wheel Poster

Wheel Shapes

Wheel Shapes/Types Diagram

Knowledge Check - Wheel Marking and Shapes

Wheel Marking and Shapes

Key Parts of an Angle Grinder

Key Parts of an Angle Grinder - Interactive Activity

Key Parts of a Bench Grinder

Key Parts of a Bench Grinder - Interactive Activity

Knowledge Check - Abrasive Wheel Equipment

Abrasive Wheel Equipment

Storage and Transport

Control of Dust

Conducting a Ring Test

Truing and Dressing

Setting up and Abrasive Wheels Machine

Knowledge Check - Maintenance and Transport

Equipment Storage and Transport

Conclusion

Theory Exam and Certification 

This online Abrasive Wheels Awareness Training course is designed to give learners a clear understanding of the safe selection, mounting, and use of abrasive wheels in line with Irish and UK legislation.The course provides essential safety knowledge for anyone who works with or around abrasive wheels. It highlights the hazards, legal requirements, and best practices. It does not cover the operation of specific machines (such as grinders or consaws). Those aspects fall under separate regulations and should be addressed through on-the-job training and are not covered or required under the Abrasive Wheels Regulations.

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This Abrasive Wheels Awareness course covers everything you need to know to comply with the law on abrasive wheels. Does not include a practical assessment but is ideal for those that can carry out practical training on site.

Abrasive Wheels Training

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First Unit	Last Unit	Per Unit
1	1	€29
2	5	€28.50
6	10	€28
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21	∞	€26

Abrasive Wheels Training

Jason Kearns

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What you will learn

Identify the legal requirements and responsibilities relating to the use, selection, and maintenance of abrasive wheels under Irish health and safety legislation.

Recognise the various types of abrasive wheels and their components, including flanges, blotters, guards, and dressing tools, and understand their correct applications.

Select the appropriate wheel for a given task, taking into account material type, wheel specification, speed rating, and compatibility with the machine.

Inspect, handle, and store abrasive wheels safely, ensuring that defects and damage are identified and dealt with before use.

Mount and balance abrasive wheels correctly, following manufacturer instructions and using appropriate tools and PPE.

Apply safe operating procedures when using abrasive wheels, including pre-use checks, guarding requirements, and actions to take in case of malfunction or emergency.

Demonstrate the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) specific to abrasive wheel operations, explaining the reasons for each item’s use and limitations.

Identify common hazards and control measures associated with abrasive wheel operations, including risks of wheel burst, flying particles, noise, vibration, and ergonomic strain.

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CPD Accredited (2 Credits)

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