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Abrasive Wheels Training (NPORS N301)
Our NPORS N301 Abrasive Wheels course provides essential training for operatives required to safely use abrasive wheels for cutting and grinding activities. Delivered exclusively on your site, this course ensures your workforce remains compliant while reducing risk and downtime.
This training is suitable for a wide range of industries including construction, manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, utilities and facilities management.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is designed for anyone who uses, supervises or manages abrasive wheel operations, including:
Hand held angle grinders
Bench and pedestal grinders
Petrol or electrically powered cutting machines
It is suitable for novice operators, refresher training and those with existing experience who require formal certification.
Course Overview – NPORS N301
The NPORS N301 Abrasive Wheels course provides learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely select, inspect, mount and use abrasive wheels in line with legal and manufacturer requirements.
Training aligns with HSE guidance (HSG17), the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) and the Health & Safety at Work Act, ensuring full compliance with current legislation.
What You Will Learn
Health, Safety & Legislation
Operator responsibilities and legal duties
PUWER and Health & Safety at Work Act requirements
Hazards including dust, noise, vibration and flying debris
Understanding respirable crystalline silica (RCS)
Equipment & Abrasive Wheels
Identifying machine components and controls
Abrasive wheels vs diamond blades
Disc markings, RPM compatibility and inspection
Manufacturer handbook awareness
Safe Operation
Pre-use inspections and defect reporting
Correct PPE including FFP3 RPE and eye protection EN166 B
Setting up exclusion zones
Safe cutting techniques and dust suppression
Shutdown, storage and transportation
Course Duration & Certification
Duration: 1 Day (½ Day Awareness option available)
Maximum Ratio: 6 people per day (EWT)
Certification: NPORS Certificate / Operator Card (where applicable)
On-Site Delivery
Training is delivered at your premises, using your equipment where possible, ensuring the course is relevant to your site, tasks and risk assessments.
Book This Course
Contact us today to book NPORS N301 Abrasive Wheels Training delivered on your site.
