Grinding and Sharpening (S10HS) - Initial Training Course (MS)
Date and Time
Start Date: 19th May 2025
Time: 09:30 - 16:00
Your Price: £250.00
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 necessary in using this equipment.
All the activities conform to the current D&T Association Training Standards.
Please bring your own PPE, i.e. safety goggles, protective apron and appropriate footwear.
Refreshments and light lunch will be provided.
Cost of accreditation is included within the price.
Address
Maker Playground, Unit 5
Hamilton Business Park
Gore Road
New Milton
Hampshire
BH25 6TL
Prices include VAT at the appropriate rate where applicable.
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