Portable Power Tools — Health & Safety Training

This course will enable delegates to acquire H&S accreditation certification through a ‘hands on’ approach using the machinery to complete set tasks. The machines covered include:

What the course covers

• portable angle grinder
• portable circular saw
• portable biscuit cutter
• portable jig saw
• portable planing machine
• portable router and router table devices, guards and dust collection/extraction, including battery powered, 110 and 240 volts and air powered tools the general and specific hazards of using portable power tools, with reference to BS4163:2014, paras. 12.1 to 12.12
• appropriate training and assessment arrangements for learners, including an assessment of learners’ physically capability to use each piece of equipment
• the use of correct personal protective equipment, including respiratory protective equipment if required
• the different types of drills, bits, cutters, blades, abrasive wheels and sanding discs etc. commonly used and their purpose
• the procedures for isolating power tools and for fitting/changing cutting tools
• the safe holding of work pieces
• safe working procedures for each piece of equipment, including the use of the router, turned over and fitted to a router table
• the appropriate working environment, ensuring sufficient space for both the user and non-users of the equipment, and avoiding tripping hazards
• the requirements for routine maintenance and safety checks

The types of power tools that can be safely used in school workshops, with reference to start/stop controls, safety