Receive information and training in a language and vocabulary the. Operating a pedestal or bench grinder basic safety requirements. Refer to the spec plate or owners manual for details. So here is an overview of a few important osha requirements you need to remember when operating these type grinders. Free osha training tutorial portable abrasive wheel grinders. Remove workpiece from grinding wheel before turning machine off. Angle grinders, also called side or disc grinders, are a handheld power tool used for cutting, grinding and polishing. British standards can be obtained in pdf or hard copy formats from bsi. Angle grinder safety occupational safety and health. Administrations osha standards regarding abrasive wheels and tools 29 cfr. Special training is required before using the surface grinder. Restrict use of angle grinder if there is a better or safer option proper storage of the grinders when not in use training required for all personnel prior to using use of an angle grinder checklist prior to use use of an angle grinder permit to maintain tool usage include in the job safety briefing ppe requirements.
Safe use of portable and handheld power tools osha. A 22minute video which addresses types of angle grinders, appropriate guarding systems and accessories and proper safety. Explains commonly cited osha standards for portable abrasive wheel equipment used for grinding and cutting materials. Portable grinder operating procedures ofd foods, llc. Portable and handheld power tools that grind, cut, polish, and wire buff help workers in. Always match the diameter of the wheel with the rating of the grinder. Improperly adjusted work rests and tongues on bench grinders are the main reasons for the citation. Occupational safety and health hazard awareness training for the construction, oil and gas, and landscaping industries west virginia university research corporation 2011.
Portable grinder operating procedures using portable grinders safely like all power tools, portable grinders can present safety concerns, including flying particles and electrical hazards. Grantee materials by topic occupational safety and. Whats really important is the fact that you can be seriously injured if youre not careful with these machines. Wheway, the british abrasives federation, and tassia training and safety.
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