OVERVIEW
This qualification is aimed at employees, or those looking to enter/re-enter the workforce who are using, or likely to use abrasive wheels. Suitable and sufficient health and safety training is a requirement in workplaces and this qualification enables learners to correctly identify, mount and use an abrasive wheel on a handheld or portable tool.

SUITABLE FOR
This qualification is aimed at employees who are using, or likely to use abrasive wheels.

QNUK

PREREQUISITES
The recommended minimum age to undertake this qualification is 18 years.
Due to the language of the assessment, it is recommended that learners have sufficient command of the English language in order to understand the assessment and to undertake the recommended assessment methods.
Anyone undertaking a regulated qualification is required to prove their identity. This ensures only those with a genuine claim to the qualification can make that claim. Learners who are unwilling or unable to provide a copy of their identification prior to assessment will not be able to complete their qualification. Acceptable forms of photographic I.D (1 is required) are:
• Signed UK Photo card driving licence
• Signed passport (any nationality)
• Valid EU Photo identity card
• SIA security licence (with photo)
• Current and valid warrant card issued by HM forces or Police
• Current and valid Prison service card (with photo)
• Proof of age card
• Employee photo identification card
• Student photo identification card or a recognised educational establishment
• Firearms license (with photo)

Outcomes / Objectives of the Course:
1. Understand key legislative requirements related to the safe use of abrasive wheels.
2. Understand key hazards and controls related to the safe use of abrasive wheels.
Be able to mount an abrasive wheel to portable or handheld abrasive wheel equipment.
 

Candidates will receive an QNUK Level 2 Award in Abrasive Wheel Safety (Portable and Handheld) (RQF) certificate. It is recommended that this qualification is refreshed every 3 years.

Classroom-based with practical.

The recommended minimum age to undertake this qualification is 18 years.

Due to the language of the assessment, it is recommended that learners have sufficient command of the English language in order to understand the assessment and to undertake the recommended assessment methods.

Anyone undertaking a regulated qualification is required to prove their identity. This ensures only those with a genuine claim to the qualification can make that claim. Learners who are unwilling or unable to provide a copy of their identification prior to assessment will not be able to complete their qualification. Acceptable forms of photographic I.D (1 is required) are:
• Signed UK Photo card driving licence
• Signed passport (any nationality)
• Valid EU Photo identity card
• SIA security licence (with photo)
• Current and valid warrant card issued by HM forces or Police
• Current and valid Prison service card (with photo)
• Proof of age card
• Employee photo identification card
• Student photo identification card for a recognised educational establishment
• Firearms license (with photo)