Abrasive Wheels Fixed & Portable Training Course

Safe selection, mounting, inspection and use of abrasive wheels on fixed & portable grinding machines.

Duration

1 Day

Why this course matters

Abrasive wheel incidents can result in serious injuries, equipment damage, and costly downtime. Whether you are cutting, grinding, or preparing materials, operators need the knowledge and practical skills to use abrasive wheels safely and correctly.

Reduce risk

Learn safe mounting, inspection, and operation techniques that help prevent wheel failure and accidents.

Support compliance

Build understanding of responsibilities, maintenance expectations, and safe systems of work.

Improve performance

Select the right wheel for the job and apply practical grinding and cutting techniques with confidence.

Who should attend?

This course is designed for personnel who need to set up, use, select, inspect, and change abrasive wheels and discs on portable grinding machines.

Ideal for:

• Maintenance engineers
• Fabricators and welders
• Construction workers
• Utilities and infrastructure personnel
• Workshop and manufacturing staff
• Supervisors responsible for abrasive wheel operations

Course aims

By the end of the course, candidates should have a robust understanding of:

• The different types of abrasive wheels and discs used in their workplace
• How to select the correct wheel for a task
• Inspection methods, including visual and ring checks
• Safe mounting and replacement procedures
• In-service maintenance requirements
• Safe grinding and cutting techniques
• Storage, handling, and transportation of abrasive wheel equipment

Course content

 The training covers:

• Introduction to abrasive wheel safety
• Duties and responsibilities of stakeholders
• Hazards and risks associated with grinding and cutting operations
• The working environment and dust suppression measures
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
• Types and design of abrasive wheels and discs
• Factors influencing wheel selection
• Methods of inspection, including visual and ring checks
• In-service maintenance of abrasive wheels
• Storage and handling procedures
• Calculation of wheel speeds
• Wheel/disc mounting sequence and safe procedures
• Basic grinding and cutting techniques
• Refuelling safety (where applicable)
• Safety with trailing leads and electrical supplies (where applicable)
• Transporting portable grinding machines

A practical health check for your organisation

 Ask yourself the following questions:

• Have all personnel who use or mount abrasive wheels received adequate training?
• Have you recorded that training and any associated instructions?
• Do you maintain training records and schedule refresher training every 3–5 years?
• Do you have a system for maintaining fixed and portable abrasive wheel equipment?
• Are maintenance and inspection records kept up to date?
• Is suitable eye, face, and dust protection provided and maintained?
• Are abrasive wheels stored correctly?
• Are safety precautions routinely checked and enforced?

If any of these questions are difficult to answer confidently, it may indicate a need for additional training or review of your procedures.

This course helps organisations strengthen competence, improve safety standards, and support compliance with workplace requirements.

Why choose C&G Services?

Experienced trainers with industry knowledge.

Practical, hands-on instruction.

Focus on real workplace risks and safe working practices.

Training tailored to your operational environment where required.

Protect your workforce and improve competence in abrasive wheel operations.

Contact C&G Services today to discuss course availability, in-company delivery, and accreditation options.