Course Agenda:

• Understand the PPE requirements when using a cut off saw
• Demonstrate the correct use of required PPE
• Understand the safety features of the machine
• Carry out pre-start checks to identify that the machine is in a safe condition
• Understand the importance of fitting fuel cap correctly
• Identify that the fuel cap is correctly fitted
• Understand the cause of kickback
• Demonstrate how to avoid kickback from happening
• Understand the importance of ensuring that the wheel is correct for the machine and the application
• Check that the wheel is correct for the machine and the application
• Understand how to safely fit the wheel
• Demonstrate how to safely fit a wheel
• Understand the need for carrying out a site assessment prior to starting work
• Carry out a site assessment prior to starting work
• Refuel the machine safely
• Know the action to take when fuel is spilt or leaks from the machine
• Understand how to start the machine from cold
• Demonstrate the correct technique for starting the saw from cold
• Understand how to start the machine
• Demonstrate how to start the machine
• Support material on the ground
• Demonstrate the correct technique for cutting material on the ground
• Use dust suppression
• Check and / or adjust the guard with respect to the direction of sparks
• Demonstrate cutting metal using correct technique
• Demonstrate the correct method of carrying the machine whilst on site
• Understand the need to remove the wheel from the machine before placing it in a vehicle
• Demonstrate how to safely transport the saw in a vehicle

Qualifications Gained

OHOB Training Academy Certification valid for 5 years

NOCN SiteRight Approved Certification 5 years