Course Description
Is the Abrasive Wheels-N301 course accredited by an official body?
In most cases the awarding body (NPORS) will audit the centre to ensure the correct standard of teaching.
What is the NPORS - Abrasive Wheels-N301 course?
Category: Abrasive-Wheel
Level: Beginner
The aim of the Abrasive Wheels training course is to provide candidates with the basic knowledge and practical skills involved in the safe mounting and selection of Abrasive Wheels and Cutting Discs to the official NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) Standard.
How long is the NPORS - Abrasive Wheels-N301 certificate valid for?
The NPORS Abrasive Wheels-N301 course certificate has 5 years validity.
It is recommended that you check with your course tutor for information on NPORS - Abrasive Wheels-N301 refresher courses and their recommended frequency or the next step qualification.
Who is the NPORS - Abrasive Wheels-N301 course designed for?
The NPORS one day Abrasive Wheel with Practical application in Cutting and Grinding is intended for those who operate, supervise or manage the use of Abrasive Wheels and is suitable to those who require more practical experience in their use, or for novice operators.
On successful completion of this Abrasive Wheels training course, candidates will be issued with an official NPORS Card, which is valid for 5 years.
What subjects does the NPORS - Abrasive Wheels-N301 course cover?
The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Construction (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1996
COSSH Regulations 2002
PPE Regulations1992
PUWER 1998
Safety in the use of Abrasive Wheels HS(G)17
Manual Handling Regulations 1992
Types and functions of abrasive wheel equipment and cutting discs
The selection, testing, mounting and storage of abrasive wheels and cutting off discs
The care, maintenance, transport and handling of abrasive wheels and cutting off discs
How is the NPORS - Abrasive Wheels-N301 course assessed?
You will be tested on your knowledge with both practical and theory tests.
What certificate do I get for passing the NPORS - Abrasive Wheels-N301 course?
