Hi everyone, What dvd do you use for abrasive wheel training? I see that Paragon has a new one, did anyone see it? Is it worth getting?

We don't have a DVD or video. I use the powerpoint to show awareness of the regs involved with abrasives, different type of hazards and control measures, how and where to store correctly, disc lifespan, maintenance etc plus a practical inspection of a 7 inch angle grinder with a disc change, various discs with things missing (like wheel speed, label, out of shape etc) and a practical cut using a stihl saw with a water supressor attached

I have seen videos etc fro abrasive wheels but nothing is good as a hands on practical demonstration (in my opinion). I deliver this training for clients and stipulate were possible to have the different types of wheels available that staff will use and initially we go through a powerpoint on markings and hazards etc etc. Next stage is in classroom showing of the machines and explaining different components followed by a practical demonstration of mounting the wheel and using it etc. One video I briefly show is a clip on dust from speedy hire that uses an abrasive wheel and highlights the dust issues etc, freely downloadable from their website I believe. Don't forget to make sure the assessment consists of a practical as well as theoretical part, although you will probably find most people have used these for years; always pleasing though when you explain things to them and they tell you they were not aware of it.

Video is OK as a summary of the training provided. I prefer the hands on and hand out methods also using example prosecutions from HSE. Also use HSG 17 for the core of the training provided.

Lewes, are you talking about hand held grinders with abrasive wheels? If so, good fitting & durable gloves are the way to go, I know of too many injuries involving people grinding without gloves (based on oversees industry experience). To reduce (not eliminate) the entanglement issue I suggest you investigate using hand held grinders that are fitted with the so called 'dead man's lever' which only operates when the hand is holding the lever in position. If the hand is removed then the power is cut off.

Chris It was a general question for both machine types to be honest. This picture springs to mind with Bench grinders http://oshacompliances.c...d%20glove%20together.jpg I suppose close fitting gloves would be better in both cases instead of the Rigger style