S10HS Grinding and Sharpening

• This Nationally accredited practical course will provide:
  • Teachers
  • Technicians
  • Support staff/Premises Staff

  In Design and Technology Departments ‘initial training’ on the Specialist Extension Level: S10HS Grinding and Sharpening

  This course will enable delegates to acquire H&S accreditation certification through a ‘hands on’ approach using the types of grinding machines that can be safely used in school workshops.

  • The types and grading of bench stones that can be used to sharpen hand and machine tools, safety in the use of abrasive wheels
  • The hazards and risks arising from the use of abrasive wheels.
  • How to: assemble abrasive wheels correctly to make sure they are properly

  balanced and fit to use.

• How to store, handle and transport abrasive wheels.
• How to inspect and test abrasive wheels for damage.
• Appropriate methods of dressing abrasive wheels.
• The use of a range of bench stones, including an understanding of sharpening angles and the use of honing guides.
• How to identify defects in grindstones and the procedures for dealing with them to avoid accidents.

Please note – Certification is valid for a period of 5 years