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PUWER inspections for abrasive wheel grinders

Puwer inspection work adapted to abrasive wheel grinders across the United Kingdom.

Signs that matter for abrasive wheel grinders

  • Guards and grinding machine safety are checked.
  • Wheel mounting is part of the check.
  • Portable and hand-held grinders need extra attention.
  • PUWER issues are covered in the guidance.

Signs on this page are grounded in: Safety in the use of abrasive wheels.

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Why it matters for abrasive wheel grinders

Abrasive wheel grinders are work equipment under PUWER. HSG17 covers wheel characteristics, grinding machine operations, wheel mounting, guards, portable and hand-held grinders, and protective equipment.

What tends to affect the scope of work

  • The number of abrasive wheel grinders.
  • Whether the grinders are fixed or portable.
  • Wheel mounting and guard arrangements.
  • Training records and protective equipment.
  • Access to the machines and the site.
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