Up-coming meetings and training events organised by the NCTG:

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 One Day Course
12th November 2008
Venue to be advised
Price guide £60.00 per person

MANUAL HANDLING

·         Identify the relevant Legislation and Codes of Practices

·         Apply the correct techniques when lifting, moving or stacking difficult or heavy objects

Carry out the lift and lifting techniques

• State the hazards associated with the use of abrasive wheels and the precautions necessary to overcome the stated hazards
• With reference to BSEN 12413 and BS ISO525 (marking of abrasive wheels) identify three different abrasive wheel codes and state their meaning in relation to the nature of abrasive, grain size, hardness and bone type
• State the approved method of storing and handling various abrasive wheels
• Demonstrate the approved method of inspection and testing various abrasive wheels
• From a working drawing of equipment state the function of all named parts
• Demonstrate, without error, the approved method of mounting an abrasive wheel on a portable machine

• Legislation to include Provision and Use of Work Equipment, hazards associated with the use of abrasive wheels and use of PPE
• Petrol, electric and air driven machines – hazards considerations and maintenance.  Handling, examination and storage of abrasive wheels
• British Standard marking system and restrictions of use
• Correct mounting procedures
• Precautions before use, safe operating procedures and procedures after use