Saffron Walden Agricultural Training Group

Abrasive Wheel Machines

Assessment type

Training and assessment
Practical demonstration

Minimum duration

1 Day

Course delivery

Training and assessment
Classroom
On site
Practical

Description


Becoming proficient in operating these machines is an essential and valued operator’s skill for any contract, large or small. This course will equip you with the skills, knowledge and confidence to operate an abrasive wheel machine safely for cutting and/or grinding operations, protecting both you and those around you. The course offers the following range of certificate options: • Bench mounted grinder • Bench mounted cut-off saw • Hand held electric driven grinder/disc cutter • Hand held engine driven disc cutter. Up to three certificate options can be assessed per day. If an additional certificate option needs to be assessed, this must be done on another day. The training course will consist of theory and practical sessions, followed by assessment. Course sessions include: • Abrasive Wheel Safety and the Law • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) • The Abrasive Wheel • Speed • Inspection, Handling, Transporation and Storage • Machine and Wheel Components • Bench Mounted Grinder • Hand Held Electric Driven Grinder/Disc Cutter • Bench Mounted Cut-off Saw • Hand Held Engine Driven Disc Cutter • Theory Assessment • Practical Assessment. If successful in meeting the required standards assessed, you will be awarded a certificate of competence. Minimum age 16.


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