Using abrasive wheels may look straightforward, but mishandling them can lead to more than a few sparks—potentially hazardous ones. This course is designed to strip back the jargon and focus on the safety rules, legal duties, and inspection checks that every operator should know before switching anything on.
Whether you're in construction, metalwork, or simply around power tools that spin at dizzying speeds, this online course offers essential understanding of how abrasive wheels function, the risks involved, and the safety steps that must be followed to keep things spinning smoothly—and without accidents. The best bit? You can take it anytime, anywhere (hard hat optional).
Learning Outcomes
- Understand types and functions of common abrasive wheels
- Identify key risks associated with abrasive wheel operation
- Learn safety checks and inspection procedures in detail
- Understand mounting procedures and operator responsibilities
- Recognise legal obligations and employer duty of care
- Apply safety rules in daily abrasive wheels usage
Who is this Course For
- Workshop supervisors handling wheel-based machinery operations
- Construction site staff working near abrasive wheel equipment
- Maintenance workers in industrial or warehouse settings
- Engineering professionals using bench or handheld grinders
- Health and safety officers updating team training knowledge
- Employers needing certified staff awareness on safe use
- Fabricators and welders working with metal cutting tools
- Anyone responsible for machinery safety on a job site
Career Path
This Abrasive Wheels course supports safe practice in roles like:
- Construction Worker – Average Salary: £29,000 per year
- Fabricator/Welder – Average Salary: £31,000 per year
- Maintenance Technician – Average Salary: £30,000 per year
- Workshop Supervisor – Average Salary: £34,000 per year
- Engineering Technician – Average Salary: £33,000 per year
- Health & Safety Advisor – Average Salary: £37,000 per year
