HSG017 Safety in the Use of Abrasive Wheels

HSE HSG 17 ~ Safety in the use of Abrasive Wheels Guide. This book has been revised in line with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98). Provides guidance regarding the precautions for the prevention of accidents in the use of abrasive wheels. This revision will supply new guidance following the repeal of abrasive wheels regulations. Its usefulness will be widespread, in the construction and foundry industries and in engineering generally. It will encompass relevant PUWER issues, and any conflicts which exist with draft European standards.Contents: Introduction; Training; Abrasive wheel characteristics; Safety in grinding operations; The grinding machine; Mounting of abrasive wheels; Summary of mounting procedures; Guards; Portable and hand-held grinding machines; Operation of abrasive wheels; Summary of operating precautions; Personal protective equipment; References and further reading.

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