Abrasive Wheels

What is the Abrasive Wheels scheme?

The Abrasive Wheels scheme is designed to support the safety of individuals working with rotary grinding and cutting equipment, often used to shape materials such as metal or concrete.

The standard for this scheme was developed in collaboration with employers and stakeholders from across the energy and utility sector.

Modules

This scheme comprises the following industry standards:

• Abrasive Wheels – Theory Only
• Abrasive Wheels – Petrol Cut Off Saw
• Abrasive Wheels – Petrol Floor Saw
• Abrasive Wheels – Electrical/Battery Angle Grinder (4 inch)
• Abrasive Wheels – Electrical/Battery Angle Grinder (9 inch)
• Abrasive Wheels – Electrical/Battery Bench Grinder
• Abrasive Wheels – Electrical/Battery Cut Off Saw
• Abrasive Wheels – Hydraulic Angle Grinder
• Abrasive Wheels – Pneumatic Angle Grinder

Delivery Model

The Abrasive Wheels scheme has two different programmes an individual can sit.

1. A theory training programme consisting of the knowledge element of the Abrasive Grinding and Cutting Equipment standard.
2. A practical and a theory training programme consisting of the practical and knowledge element of the Abrasive Grinding and Cutting Equipment standard.

Assessment

Assessment requires all trainees to have a formal written and practical assessment demonstrating knowledge and safe use of the equipment as a requirement for completion.

If an Individual is sitting the theory only programme they will be required to take the theory assessment.

Registration

Registration in multiple categories is permitted without incurring additional registration fees, providing the categories are included in the same registration submission.

EUSR registration for Abrasive Wheels is for 3 years from the date of completion.

Renewal

To renew an EUSR registration, individuals must demonstrate their continuing compliance with the scheme specification. This is done through repetition of the training programme and assessment by an EUSR Approved Provider on an EUSR approved Abrasive Wheels training programme.

CITB Short Course

Energy & Utility Skills is a recognised Third Party Organisation (TPO) for CITB and the UK construction industry. 

The theory element of this scheme is recognised by CITB for short course duration funding purposes and can be offered by Approved Training Organisations (ATO).