Abrasive Wheels

Who should attend

Operators and Supervisors who are expected to mount and maintain abrasive wheels.
The course involves both classroom and practical sessions. It emphasises the employer and employee duties regarding the use of work-place equipment under relevant legislation.

On completion of this unit participants will be able to:

  • Mount, operate, handle and store abrasive wheels correctly and safely.
  • Apply the principles of wheel selection.
  • Test and maintain wheels safely.

What will be Covered

  • Relevant Legislation
  • Health and Safety Hazards
  • Causes of Accidents
  • Malpractice
  • Methods of Storing and Handling
  • Methods of Inspecting and Testing
  • Functions of Components Used including Flanges, Washers, Bushes, Nuts Used in Mounting, Tool Rests
  • Assembling and Balancing Components
  • Dressing Abrasive Wheels

Duration & Attendance

This is a 4 hour course with a maximum of 12 participants.

Additional Information

This course can be held at your own premises or at our training facility in Ballyconnell. Each course is subject to course booking terms and conditions. Please contact our office for further details. English is the language in which training is delivered and participants must have a good command of the English language.

Certification

Delegates who successfully complete this course of instruction will be awarded a TMTS Certificate of Training Achievement in the Category Abrasive Wheels.