Abrasive Wheels Training in Cirencester

Abrasive Wheels Training Near Cirencester

Cirencester is at the heart of the Cotswolds with an active construction and agricultural sector. Operators from Cirencester and the surrounding area regularly train at our Tewkesbury centre. Our NPORS abrasive wheels training is available to operators and businesses in Cirencester and throughout Gloucestershire.

From Cirencester, take the A435 north-west through Cheltenham towards Tewkesbury, or the A417 to Gloucester then A38 north. Journey time approximately 35–40 minutes.

About This Course

Under PUWER Regulation 9, employers must ensure that any worker who changes or mounts an abrasive wheel is trained to do so safely. Our Abrasive Wheels Training course is a practical, one-day programme covering disc grinders, angle grinders, cut-off saws, and bench grinders used in construction and engineering.

What You'll Learn

• Types of abrasive wheels and their markings
• Hazards — bursting, kickback, and noise
• PPE requirements for abrasive wheel use
• Safe mounting procedures and speed checks
• PUWER Regulation 9 obligations
• Inspection, storage, and handling of wheels

Who Is This Course For?

Any worker who uses, changes, or mounts abrasive wheels including angle grinders, disc cutters, or bench grinders. This course is suitable for Cirencester-based operators and businesses across Gloucestershire.