| Title |
Safety in the use of abrasive wheels |
| SubTitle |
Revised in line with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98) |
| Author |
HSE |
| Series Code |
HSG |
| Series Number |
17 |
| Publisher |
HSE Books |
| Date of Publication |
2000 |
| Length |
50 pages |
| ISBN |
0717617394 |
| Price Exc. VAT |
£7.50 |
| VAT Rate |
0% |
| Product Type |
Hard Copy |
| Format |
Paper |
| Edition |
3rd ed. |
| Notes |
Health and safety guidance. (HSG17) (HSG 17) (HS G 17) Previously published with ISBN No's 0118856944, 0118837397. supersedes the 1991 edition 0717604667 |
| Abstract |
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. |
| Keywords |
Guidance; Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) |