Abrasive Wheels

  • Entry requirements

    There are no pre-requisites for this course, however candidates will be required to physically insert different types of Abrasive Wheels in various plant under the supervision of a qualified assessor.

  • Do I need this course?

    Employers must ensure that employees are suitably competent in the safe use of abrasive wheels. Candidates will receive a CCTS attendance certificate on successful completion of the course.  

  • Course content/Syllabus

    To enable candidates to mount Abrasive Wheels & Discs to Angle Grinders and Bench Grinders.

  • Course Objectives
    • Health & Safety at Work Order 1978 N.I
    • Six Pack Regulations – (Risk Assessment)
    • Manual Handling
    • Provisions & Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1999 N.I.
    • Personal Protective Equipment
    • Abrasive Wheel Mounting & Identification
    • Selection and storage of discs
    • Candidate practical mounting of discs to angle grinders