Abrasive Wheels Toolbox Talk
Prevent disc failures and serious injuries
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- Attendance register included
Abrasive wheel failures can cause severe injuries including amputations, deep lacerations, and eye injuries. This toolbox talk covers the risks of abrasive wheel use, proper mounting procedures, inspection requirements, and essential PPE to ensure safe operation.
What Your Team Will Learn
- Understand the risks of disc burst, contact, and kickback
- Know the correct PPE required for abrasive wheel use
- Learn proper wheel mounting and inspection procedures
- Identify signs of wheel damage that require replacement
- Follow safe operating procedures to prevent injuries
What's Covered
Key Topics
- •Why Abrasive Wheels matters - statistics and real-world impact
- •Legal requirements - employer and employee duties under UK law
- •Key hazards and risk factors to recognise
- •Step-by-step safe working practices
- •Common mistakes to avoid
- •Warning signs to watch for and report
- •Do's and Don'ts quick reference guide
- •Discussion questions for team engagement
What's Included
- Comprehensive 2-page toolbox talk
- Attendance register with 18 sign-off rows
- Session info table (date, location, presenter, duration)
- Editable Word format - add your logo and customise
- Ready to print and deliver
Regulatory Compliance
PUWER 1998
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Only trained and competent persons should mount abrasive wheels. Employers must ensure wheels are properly selected, inspected, and used in accordance with manufacturer guidelines. This toolbox talk supports compliance with PUWER duties.
Key Takeaway
“Inspect before use. Right wheel, right machine, right PPE. Every time.”
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