About the Course

Cut-off saws are widely used for cutting materials such as concrete, paving, masonry and metal.

Incorrect wheel selection, poor handling or unsafe cutting techniques can result in serious injury.

This course develops the knowledge and practical skills required to select, inspect and use a cut-off saw and abrasive cutting wheel safely.

What Will You Learn?

Training can include:

• Hazards and risks when using cut-off saws
• Operator responsibilities and safe working practices
• Petrol and battery-powered cut-off saws
• Machine components and safety features
• Pre-use checks
• Appropriate PPE
• Selecting the correct cutting wheel or blade
• Inspecting abrasive wheels before use
• Correct fitting of cutting wheels
• Guards and safety devices
• Reactive forces and kickback
• Safe starting procedures
• Battery energy management
• Safe cutting techniques
• Cutting different materials
• Dust suppression and control
• Refuelling petrol-powered machines
• Safe handling and carrying
• Transportation and storage of the saw

Practical Training

The course includes practical instruction in the safe operation of cut-off saws.

Candidates will have the opportunity to demonstrate safe machine preparation, wheel selection and cutting techniques on suitable materials.

How Will You Be Assessed?

Candidates complete both a knowledge assessment and practical assessment.

Assessment includes:

• Multiple-choice knowledge questions
• Pre-use machine checks
• Selecting and fitting appropriate cutting equipment
• Preparing the work area
• Correct starting procedures
• Demonstrating safe cutting techniques
• Cutting suitable materials
• Correct use of dust suppression
• Safe shutdown and handling of the machine

Successful candidates receive certification for the NOCN Assured Cut-Off Saws (Petrol & Battery) including Abrasive Wheels course.

Who Is the Course For?

This course is suitable for:

• Construction workers
• Groundworkers
• Highways workers
• Utilities workers
• Landscapers
• Engineers
• Maintenance personnel
• Anyone required to operate a petrol or battery cut-off saw

Previous cut-off saw experience is not required.

Abrasive Wheels Included

This course includes the safe selection, inspection and use of abrasive cutting wheels, so candidates receive cut-off saw and abrasive-wheel training as part of the same course.

Topics include identifying suitable wheel types, checking wheel condition, correct fitting and understanding the risks associated with damaged, unsuitable or incorrectly fitted cutting wheels.

PPE & Health and Safety

Candidates will need suitable PPE for the practical element of the course.

This can include:

• Safety footwear
• Eye protection
• Hearing protection
• Gloves
• Suitable respiratory protection
• Hi-vis clothing
• Hard hat where required

Further PPE requirements will be confirmed when booking.

Training Location

Courses are delivered through Entra Training in Wetherby, West Yorkshire.

Our location is suitable for candidates travelling from:

Leeds | Bradford | Harrogate | York | Wakefield | West Yorkshire | North Yorkshire

Book Cut-Off Saw & Abrasive Wheels Training

Complete practical training in the safe use of petrol and battery cut-off saws and abrasive wheels.

Course duration: 1 day