Abrasive Wheels – Hand Held Cut Off Saw

This course is designed for all experience levels of operatives using abrasive wheel tools when working on a construction site, utility, demolition and recycling industries.

Petrol driven cut off saw course objectives

• Relevant Health & Safety regulations
• Understanding the operator’s responsibilities
• Hazards and danger in the workplace, risk assessments, SSOW
• Types and uses of abrasive wheels
• Pre-use inspections, P.U.W.E.R records
• Pre-use inspection of petrol cut of saw, mounting of the wheel
• Selection of P.P.E
• Correct cutting with dust control
• Safe finish and storage
• Theory test
• Practical test
• Course close & review

Why Complete Abrasive Wheels Training?

Abrasive wheel equipment can present significant workplace hazards if it is incorrectly selected, installed, maintained or operated. Proper training helps workers understand these risks and the measures required to control them.

By completing our course, you can develop your understanding of:

• Different types of abrasive wheels and their applications
• The hazards associated with abrasive wheel equipment
• Correct wheel selection and compatibility
• Inspecting wheels and identifying damage or defects
• Safe handling, storage and mounting procedures
• Appropriate guards and protective equipment
• Safe operating procedures
• Personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Workplace responsibilities when using abrasive wheel equipment

NPORS Abrasive Wheels Training

For learners and employers looking for a recognised industry certification route, we offer abrasive wheels training through NPORS.

NPORS is an established UK accreditation and registration scheme used across the construction and associated industries. Completing an NPORS course can provide learners with formal evidence of their training and competence.

NPORS training can be particularly useful for individuals who are looking to develop their construction skills, demonstrate additional competencies to employers or build their wider portfolio of industry training.

Please contact us to confirm the current NPORS course requirements, certification and assessment arrangements for your chosen course.

CTSL In-House Certification

We also offer our own CTSL in-house certification for businesses and individuals who require relevant abrasive wheels training without taking the NPORS route.

Our CTSL certification can be particularly suitable for employers who want to provide their workforce with targeted training relevant to their working environment and the equipment they use.

This option can provide a practical and flexible training solution for businesses looking to develop their employees’ knowledge of abrasive wheel safety.

Who Is Abrasive Wheels Training For?

The course is suitable for anyone who uses, or is expected to use, abrasive wheel equipment as part of their work.

This may include:

• Construction operatives
• General site operatives
• Maintenance workers
• Welders
• Fabricators
• Engineering operatives
• Workshop workers
• Manufacturing staff
• Mechanical workers
• Facilities and maintenance teams
• Self-employed tradespeople

It can also be useful for employers who want to ensure that members of their workforce have received appropriate training before undertaking abrasive wheel-related tasks.

Employment Opportunities

Abrasive wheels training can complement a wide range of construction, engineering, manufacturing and maintenance roles.

Depending on your existing experience and other qualifications, relevant roles may include:

Construction

Abrasive wheel skills can be useful for construction operatives and site-based workers who regularly use angle grinders, cut-off saws and other equipment.

Engineering & Fabrication

Welders, fabricators, engineering operatives and workshop employees may use abrasive wheels regularly for cutting, grinding and finishing.

Manufacturing

Abrasive wheel equipment is used in a variety of manufacturing and production environments, making the training relevant to workers in these sectors.

Maintenance

Maintenance and facilities teams may use abrasive wheel equipment when carrying out repairs, modifications and general maintenance activities.