COURSE SUITABLE FOR:

People wanting to mount and operate abrasive wheel equipment safely in complience with statutory requirements.

COURSE FEES: 

Please contact OSS Training Coordinator for public or individual course fees and availability. Group Discounts available

COURSE AWARD: 

O'Dwyer Safety Services Ltd Certificate

COURSE DURATION: 

1/2 day

COURSE PARTICIPANTS: 

Maximum: Participants Group Training

COURSE PREREQUISITES:

COURSE LOCATIONS: 

Courses can be delivered onsite at your company or we can organize a suitable venue close to your location ; Tipperary, Limerick, Shannon etc...

Public courses: 

VENUE REQUIREMENTS:

Room suitable to seat people comfortably (with tables /desks if possible) and suitable area for demonstrations.

White wall or projector screen

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

At the end of the training course participants should be able to:

• Identify different types of Abrasive Wheel
• Identify Types , Markings , Operating Speeds used in correct selection of Abrasive wheels
• Explain the Hazards and Risks associated with abrasive wheels
• Explain correct Storage and Handling Methods
• Demonstrate Inspection and Testing methods and techniques
•  Identify Components used in mounting Abrasive wheels
•  Demonstrate correct Assembly , Balance and Fit methods
•  Explain Dressing / Maintenance requirements
• Select suitable PPE
• Demonstrate Safe Working Practises/ Techniques

ASSESSMENT:

Summary Skills Demonstration 75%

In skills demonstrations, candidates will be observed carrying out the following practical tasks:

An observation check sheet will be used to identify the expected skills and activities

• Correct wheel selection
• Inspection and Pre checks
• Mounting techniques
• Guarding
• Test runs
• Safe work practises

Examination (Theory-Based) Oral or Written 25%