THE SAFE USE OF ABRASIVE WHEELS (EDITION 3)

Code No: 960

Video Running Time: 12 minutes

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The abrasive wheel is a very useful and versatile tool, and at sea, a vital part of a ship's workshop. However, used carelessly or wrongly, it can be a very dangerous piece of equipment, causing serious injuries, such as severe friction burns, crushed fingers, loss of eyesight, or sometimes even death.

Carrying out proper risk assessment and following correct safety procedures reduces the likelihood of these accidents. This updated programme highlights the most frequent misunderstandings and errors when using abrasive wheels, alerting all to the very real hazards these pose.

Demonstrating how and, most crucially by whom, a wheel should be selected, tested, mounted and dressed, the programme addresses the essential components of both bench and portable wheel assembly, and stresses the need for good housekeeping and appropriate PPE. We draw special attention to best shipboard practice in the storage, maintenance, supervision and issue of the portable grinders widely used above and below deck.

It outlines and complies with the international legislation designed to ensure safety, best practice and best performance at sea when using abrasive wheels. It highlights the potential hazards and dangers of using abrasive wheels, encouraging the individual to think about safety and procedure before and during use of the equipment.