{"product_id":"abrasive-wheels-letchworth","title":"Abrasive Wheels Course in Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSafe Use of Grinders and Cut-Off Saws\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbrasive wheels spin at very high speeds, and a wrongly specified, badly mounted or damaged wheel can burst with serious consequences. This half-day course builds a solid understanding of safe practice with abrasive wheels, from choosing the correct wheel and fitting it properly to inspecting it for damage, using guards and wearing the right protective equipment. It helps employers meet their duties under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho should attend?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone who uses, or is about to use, abrasive wheels at work, including bench grinders, angle grinders and cut-off saws. It suits both new operators and experienced users who need their training brought up to date. No prior training is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Content\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePUWER requirements as they apply to grinding wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypes of equipment and correct wheel specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheel speeds and why they matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinciples of using grinding wheels safely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitting new wheels and mounting procedures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuards and interlocks: purpose and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachine components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHazards, precautions and personal protective equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStoring, handling and transporting wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection and testing for damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReporting faults and incidents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse Duration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCertification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertificate of attendance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAssessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassroom learning supported by practical demonstrations and hands-on practice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eValidity of Award\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is delivered face to face at 27 Campus Five, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 2JF, by Safety For Business, a Hertfordshire health and safety consultancy and CITB Approved Training Organisation. Groups are limited to 12 delegates. Letchworth sits just off junction 9 of the A1(M), close to Hitchin, Baldock and Stevenage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat PPE is covered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEye and face protection such as goggles and face shields, gloves and suitable protective clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there hands-on practice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The course includes practical demonstrations as well as classroom learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the certificate valid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThree years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Content\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/abrasive-wheel-courses\"\u003eAbrasive Wheels courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/training-courses-in-hertfordshire-uk\"\u003eAll courses in Hertfordshire\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/construction-engineering-courses\"\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Engineering courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/health-safety-care-courses\"\u003eHealth, Safety \u0026amp; Care courses\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Safety For Business","offers":[{"title":"Dates Coming Soon","offer_id":58901441544536,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7126\/7672\/files\/sfb-logo-1024x301.png?v=1792668926","url":"https:\/\/www.envicourse.com\/products\/abrasive-wheels-letchworth","provider":"envicourse.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}