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Abrasive Wheels Training Online


Nearly half of all accidents involving abrasive wheels occur due to unsafe working practices and operator errors. If you work with abrasive wheels, following strict health and safety practices is essential to protect both yourself and others from harm.

Our Abrasive Wheels course provides an introduction to working safely with abrasive wheels. It will help you understand the risks and identify the necessary control measures to prevent injury and ill health.

 

Course Features:

✅ 100% Online Training

✅ Accessible anywhere

✅ Same-day digital certificate

✅ Unlimited assessment attempts

✅ Written in compliance with Irish & UK legislation and guidance

✅ Developed by health and safety professionals

✅ Accredited by CPD and assured by RoSPA Qualifications



Who Should Enroll in This Course?

This course is ideal for anyone who uses abrasive wheels in their work activities. It is especially relevant for those who use bench grinders, pedestal grinders, and angle grinders. Although the course does not cover specialist grinding machines, the health and safety information provided is applicable across various contexts.

No prior training is required, making this course accessible to beginners. However, some experience with abrasive wheels would be beneficial. 


Ideal Participants Include:

✅ Engineers

✅ Builders, Floor Layers, Bricklayers

✅ Electricians

✅ Carpenters, Joiners, Fitters

✅ Site and Project Managers

✅ Welders

Course Content

Our Abrasive Wheels Training Course is divided into four interactive modules, culminating in a comprehensive assessment.


Module 1: Introduction to Abrasive Wheels

✅ Types of abrasive wheels

✅ Dangers associated with abrasive wheels

✅ Legal responsibilities of manufacturers, employers, and employees

✅ HSA & HSE guidance


Module 2: Risk Assessment

✅ What is a risk assessment?


Steps to conduct a risk assessment:

✅ Identifying hazards

✅ Deciding who might be harmed and how

✅ Evaluating the risks

✅ Recording findings

✅ Reviewing and updating


Module 3: Safe Practices for Abrasive Wheels

✅ Hierarchy of control measures

✅ Wheel speed, handling, storage, and mounting

✅ Mechanical guards and work rests

✅ Safe working practices, inspections, and checks

✅ Safely dressing abrasive wheels


Module 4: Further Abrasive Wheel Hazards and Controls

✅ Prevention of eye and face injuries

✅ Control of harmful dusts, vibration, and noise

✅ Fire risks and electrical safety

✅ Safe use of hand-held grinding and cutting-off tools

✅ Training, communication, and monitoring

✅ RIDDOR regulations, first aid, and emergency procedures


Aims of the Training


By completing this course, you will:

✅ Identify and understand the main types of abrasive wheels and associated hazards.

✅ Comprehend legal requirements for manufacturers, employers, and employees regarding abrasive wheels.

✅ Learn how to carry out a risk assessment for the safe use of abrasive wheels.

✅ Be aware of control measures to mitigate risks related to abrasive wheels, including dust, vibration, noise, fire, and electrical safety.

✅ Master the skills to handle, store, mount, use, dress, and inspect abrasive wheels safely.


Assessment

The online assessment includes 20 multiple-choice questions, with a required pass mark of 80%. Results are provided instantly, and you can retake the test as many times as needed at no extra charge.


Ready to Get Started?

Join our certified online Abrasive Wheels Training Course, available throughout Ireland and Dublin. Enhance your safety skills and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.