RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ABRASIVE WHEELS

RISK ASSESSMENT FOR ABRASIVE WHEELS

The Risk Assessment for Abrasive Wheels by RaMsProZone provides a comprehensive, editable, and ready-to-use document in Word format. It identifies hazards, evaluates risks, and outlines control measures for safe abrasive wheel operations. Ideal for HSE professionals, project managers, engineers, and supervisors, it ensures compliance and promotes workplace safety. Download for free at RaMsProZone.

TASK / ACTIVITY

General use of bonded abrasive cutting and grinding discs mounted in hand-held and angle grinders or free-standing crosscut machines

HAZARDS 

1. Burst wheel/disc
2. Contact with wheel/disc
3. Entanglement in moving parts
4. Flying particles from fractured wheel/disc
5. Flying particles during cutting or grinding operations
6. Dust
7. Noise

HAZARDS EFFECTS (IF THE HAZARD IS RELEASED)

1. Lacerations [may be severe, even fatal]
2. Respiratory problems
3. Dermatitis
4. Noise-induced hearing loss
5. Eye injuries

PERSONS IN DANGER

1. Operatives
2. General Workers
3. Visitors

EXISTING & ADDITIONAL CONTROL 

Existing Control measures

1. Adequate numbers of operatives appointed and trained to change abrasive wheels and discs
2. Each appointee is to carry proof of authorization.
3. The correct type of wheels/discs are available to suit the type of work, spindle speeds, etc.
4. Wherever practicable, abrasive wheels fitted with working guards designed to contain every part of the wheel if it fractures
5. Good ventilation in place if dust is a hazard
6. Abrasive wheels stored in a dry area that is not susceptible to extreme temperatures
7. Proper storage facilities for wheels and discs
8. All new discs are inspected for damage before being fitted
9. The work area is kept free of debris underfoot
10. All cutters and grinders are regularly maintained
11. No loose clothing worn

ADDITIONAL CONTROL MEASURES

Information, instruction, and training

1. Other persons warned when dust, flying particles, and noise are likely to be produced.
2. All operatives who may use abrasive wheels are trained in the storing, handling, transporting, testing, working, and adjustment of abrasive wheels; as in their hazards and the recognition of different types.
3. All operatives are trained to use the appropriate PPE.
4. Extra training is a mandatory requirement for mounting or dressing abrasive wheels.
5. Proof of training and certificates of appointment from employers carried by each operative
6. Details of training and appointments are entered on the abrasive wheels register.

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