SA004 – Safe use of Abrasive Wheels - Open Course

You will be assessed, via your theory and practical assessments, on the following criteria:

• Work safely at all times and comply with regulations, directives and guidelines with regards to H&S
• Follow correct specifications and determine what has to be done and how the machine will be set to achieve this
• Mount and set the required work-holding devices, work piece and cutting tools
• Set the machine tool operative parameters to achieve the component specification
• Check all the safety mechanisms are in place and equipment is set correctly for the work required
• Deal promptly and effectively with problems within your control and report those that you cannot solve
• Know the specific safety precautions to be taken when setting up work-holding devices and grinding wheels
• Your duties and responsibilities under ‘The Abrasive Wheels Regulations’
• The hazards associated with setting and operating grinding machines
• How to start and stop the machine: in normal and emergency situations
• The importance of ensuring that the machine is isolated from the power supply before mounting grinding wheels and work-holding devices
• The importance of keeping your work area clean and tidy and wearing the appropriate PPE
• Basic operation of various grinding machines and the typical operations hey can perform
• How to handle and store grinding wheels safely and correctly
• Terminology used in relation to the activities
• The range of work-holding methods and devices used on grinding machines
• Methods of mounting and setting a workpiece in or on the work-holding devices and the tools and equipment that can be used for this
• How to check that the grinding wheels are in a safe and serviceable condition
• The methods of mounting and securing the grinding wheels onto the machine spindles
• Methods of forming the wheels to the required profile

Assessment

The course includes both practical and theory assessment.

• Practical Assessment – where you will demonstrate your knowledge of practical tasks
• Theory test which is composed of multiple choice questions

Certification

This Smart Awards certificate is valid for 3 years, you will then need to complete a refresher course to renew your qualification.

This accreditation is available to anyone over the age of 18 who is capable of reaching the required standard. There are no prerequisites and Smart Awards will not restrict access on the grounds of prior academic attainment, age, employment, geographic location or any other grounds. There are no barriers that restrict access or progression, thereby promoting equality. It is expected however that learners will have a level of literacy adequate to cope with both the theory and practical assessments.