Abrasive Wheels E-Learning Course

What’s covered

Abrasive wheels are used in a wide variety of tools and procedures, including disc cutting and hand grinding. They can be used for making initial cuts and scores in materials as well as for fine polishing and finishing at all stages of a work process.

The qualities and features of wheels varies depending on the task at hand, and these present different risks, weaknesses and hazards when handled and used. This is why it’s crucial to always choose the right abrasive wheel for the job, use it with the appropriate equipment, and ensure that it is used correctly and safely at all times.

What you’ll learn

This course covers the anatomy of an abrasive wheel, the dangers associated with their use, Storage and handling and much more.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the anatomy of an abrasive wheel and the dangers they pose.
• Understand the safety requirements including safe speeds, checking and handling.
• Recognise wheel markings and how they relate to safe use.
• Know what’s require in terms of training, inspection and certification.