Design and Technology Association

Grinding and Sharpening (S10HS) - Initial Course (MC)

Date and Time

Start Date: 12th March 2025

Time: 09:00 - 16:00

Your Price: £246.40

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2 spaces available.

To reserve a place(s) or for further information, please contact Mick Cathcart on 07876506853 or email mick@workshop-training.co.uk

Details

This course will enable delegates to acquire H&S accreditation certification through a ‘hands on’ approach using the types of grinding machines that can be safely used in school workshops. There will be an opportunity for delegate to make their own sharpening jig. The processes to be covered include:



  • The types and grading of bench stones that can be used to sharpen hand and machine tools, safety in the use of abrasive wheels
  • The hazards and risks arising from the use of abrasive wheels.
  • How to: assemble abrasive wheels correctly to make sure they are properly balanced and fit to use.
  • How to store, handle and transport abrasive wheels.
  • How to inspect and test abrasive wheels for damage.
  • Appropriate methods of dressing abrasive wheels.
  • The use of a range of bench stones, including an understanding of sharpening angles and the use of honing guides
  • The requirements for routine maintenance as required by legislation and recommended by the manufacturer of the equipment.
  • How to identify defects in grindstones and the procedures for dealing with them to avoid accidents.
  • The use of maintenance logs for machinery.

NB -No experience is necessary in using the machines.

All the activities conform to the current D&T Association Training Standards.
PPE will be provided although you are welcome to bring your own. 

Refreshments and sandwiches will be provided. 

Cost of accreditation is included within the price.

Address

The Workshop Training Centre, 9 Mereside Close
Cheadle Hulme
Stockport
Cheshire
SK8 5JF

Prices include VAT at the appropriate rate where applicable.

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