(Operators / Appointed Persons)
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the Abrasive Wheels regulations and Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 instructing delegates in all aspects of the correct mounting, setting and use of Abrasive Wheels, and hiring of hand held electrical and ICE powered machines. (Appointed Persons)
Objectives
By the end of the course delegates will be able to:
Have an understanding of the Regulations and Legal Obligations
Have knowledge and understanding of additional tool hire regulations & requirements
Demonstrate knowledge and practical application of machine cleaning and inspection
Store and handle Abrasive Wheels correctly
Examine and test wheels for damage
Set & Dress wheels
Examine & Test machines for safety
Have knowledge and understanding of correct recording procedures
Undertake pre hire checks
Key Areas
Accidents, causes and prevention
Removal of wheels
Selection (Inc Marking System), testing & mounting of new wheel
Resetting rests & guards
Functions of components
Truing & Dressing
Correct PPE selection & use
Cleaning, inspection, Labelling and recording
Duration Dependant upon number of candidates (Approx 4 - 6 hours training)
Additional Information
Full certification will be issued to delegates demonstrating the correct levels of understanding and practical skills.
Please Note
This course is part of a major review of guidance by the Health and Safety Executive and follows the introduction of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 1992 as amended and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
The primary objective of PUWER 98 is to ensure that work equipment, including abrasive wheels, does not give rise to risks to health and safety, regardless of the work equipment’s age, condition or origin. PUWER 98 applies to all workplaces and work situations subject to the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 (HSW Act).
PUWER 98, which covers the selection and use of work equipment in general, revoked the remaining provisions of the Abrasive Wheels Regulations 1970 (these dealt with the training, competence and appointment of people to mount abrasive wheels).
