Abrasive Wheels eLearning Course

Course Overview

Abrasive wheels can be found across a wide range of industrial tasks, from handheld angle grinders to fixed cutting-off machines. They're powerful and useful, but they can cause serious harm if they're misused. This course will introduce you to the essentials of handling abrasive wheels safely. We'll explore the main types of abrasive wheel and the hazards they bring, the law and associated responsibilities, how to inspect and set up a wheel correctly, and when to stop work and speak up. The message is simple: prevent harm before it happens.

Learning Objectives:

By completing this course, you will be able to:

• Identify the main types of abrasive wheels and where they're used across industrial settings
• Describe the key legal duties relating to abrasive wheel safety and explain the responsibilities of employers and employees
• Summarise the main hazards and risks associated with abrasive wheels, including wheel burst, ejection, contact injuries, noise, vibration and dust
• Outline the correct pre-use inspection for abrasive wheels, including visual checks, the ring test and speed rating, and explain when to take a wheel out of service
• Describe the requirements for safe mounting, guarding, storage and use of abrasive wheels, including flanges, blotters and machine guards
• Recognise when to stop work and report a concern, and explain why you must never use a wheel without authorisation or adequate training