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Safe Use of Abrasive Wheels

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Highlights

  • Delivered In-Person

  • Beginner level

Description

Course Description

The Level 2 Award in Abrasive Wheel Safety (Portable and Handheld) provides essential training for employees to safely identify, select, mount, and use abrasive wheels, covering legal requirements, hazard identification, and practical, safe operation to minimize risks like wheel breakage. This qualification is valid for 3 years.

Key Aspects:

Target Audience: Operators of handheld or portable grinding/cutting machines (e.g., angle grinders, petrol saws).

Core Content:

  • Legislation: PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations) 1998 compliance.

  • Hazards: Identifying risks like broken wheels, eye injuries, friction burns, and dust.

  • Procedures: Proper selection, storage, handling, machine checks, and mounting of wheels.

  • Assessment: Includes both theoretical knowledge and practical, hands-on demonstrations.

Certification

Candidates receive a QNUK Level 2 Award in Abrasive Wheel Safety (Portable and Handheld)

Location

1st Floor, Norwich House Savile Street, HU1 3ES, United Kingdom, Hull

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