CITB Handheld Disc Cutter Safety in Construction

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Handheld Disc Cutter Safety in Construction 

Who Should Attend:  

This course is tailored for individuals who may need to choose and install an abrasive or diamond wheel for the operation of petrol-driven cut-off saws (PDCOS) or battery/electric-powered tools like grinders. It is also suitable for those seeking to refresh their knowledge and skills in compliance with relevant regulations and the practical use of abrasive wheels in the workplace.

Delivery:

Delivery may be in an on or off the job environment and a mixture of classroom & Workshop. 

All materials and equipment used must be of a suitable quality and quantity for delegates to achieve learning outcomes and must comply with relevant legislation. ​​

Duration:

6 Hours (max 12 delegates)

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Course Objectives

This course is tailored for individuals who may need to choose and install an abrasive or diamond wheel for the operation of petrol-driven cut-off saws (PDCOS) or battery/electric-powered tools like grinders. It is also suitable for those seeking to refresh their knowledge and skills in compliance with relevant regulations and the practical use of abrasive wheels in the workplace.

Purpose and Scope

The purpose of this standard is to provide the delegate with the knowledge and skills for the safe preparation and use of portable handheld disc cutters.

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Scope: 

• health & safety regulations 

• petrol, electric and battery powered machines 

• storing and transporting 

• pre-start/post stop inspections  

• refuelling and recharging 

• dust suppression and water collection systems 

• operating machines 

• safe operating positions 

• security of cut section 

• blade selection and fitment of both abrasive cutting disc and diamond tipped blade 

• step cutting method 

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Occupational relevance

Training delivered against this standard would be relevant to the following occupational group(s): 

• operative and craft  

• supervision 

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Learning Outcomes

The delegate will be able to:

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• explain the relevant health & safety legislation relating to the safe use of handheld disc cutters
• identify suitable personal protective equipment and respiratory protective equipment required, for example eye protection
• identify and select the correct type of portable handheld disc cutter and disc
• describe how to store, handle and transport portable handheld disc cutters
• explain the purpose of completing a site assessment prior to starting work
• undertake inspection and pre-start checks
• describe the procedure for dealing with defective equipment
• explain the safety features of a portable handheld disc cutter
• refuel or recharge a portable handheld disc cutter​
• demonstrate and explain the importance of fitting fuel cap correctly
• explain procedures when dealing with fuel spillage
• identify and use dust suppression and water collection systems
• demonstrate how to safely fit a cutting disc
• demonstrate the correct technique for starting a portable handheld disc cutter
• operate portable handheld disc cutters
• demonstrate checking and adjusting the guard with respect to the direction of sparks
• explain the causes of kickback, and how to avoid kickback
• demonstrate cutting various materials using correct techniques
• demonstrate how to support material for cutting on the ground
• perform post stop checks

Prerequisites:

Delegates must have successfully completed training to the Abrasive wheels theory standard within the last 12 months.