Course

NPORS Abrasive wheels N301

NPORS

Summary

Awarding body

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Course type

  • On-site training and assessment

Training course duration

1 day

Novice candidates

6

Experience Worker Tests per day

6

Variations

  • Internal combustion engine
  • Rail mounted internal combustion
  • Depression centre machine
  • Off-hand grinding cutting machine

  • Petrol

  • Electric

  • Air

  • Hydraulic

Card options

  • 5-year NPORS traditional card & certificate

Minimum age

16

Instructor

Tuppco Instructors

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What is an abrasive wheel?

A grinding wheel, also known as an abrasive wheel, is a wheel made of abrasive particles bound together by various substances, such as rubber, shellac, or silicate. They are used by a variety of industries but, if not used safely, have the potential to cause serious injury.

What does the Tuppco training course include?

  • Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as an operator
  • Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used
  • Be able to locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
  • Be able to locate and identify key controls and explain their functions
  • Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturers and legislative requirements
  • Identify and maintain PPE appropriate for cutting or grinding machine
  • Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area and set up exclusion zone
  • Select suitable type of abrasive wheel and machine relative to the work being undertaken
  • Operate machinery safely and efficiently
  • Environmental considerations
  • Storage and transport of abrasive wheel machines

  • Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

Venue and equipment requirements

  • Suitable and safe area to operate equipment
  • Sufficient material to cut and grind
  • Suitable and safe area to complete paperwork
  • Suitable welfare facilities
  • Suitable PPE
  • Abrasive wheels machine with a range of blades
  • Operators’ manual
  • Risk assessment completed

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Theory Assessment

  • 20 multiple choice questions
  • 5 written questions
  • 4 marks per question
  • 80% pass mark required

Practical Assessment criteria

  • Pre use and operational checks
  • Demonstrate safe and efficient use of machines
  • Demonstrate safe and correct way change blades

Pass mark is less than 20 penalty points and no mandatory disqualifications

Where can Tuppco deliver on site training courses?

    Tuppco can deliver onsite training nationwide using venue and equipment supplied

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