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Making your workplace as safe as possible to minimize the risk of accidents is one of your highest priorities. So how can you safely use a grinder?
May 27, 2019
Here are some best practices you can take to improve safety when using pneumatic tools, while also decreasing your company’s total cost of operations. Grinding and sanding are safe so long as you follow these simple rules…
How to use an angle grinder safely
Minimizing workplace accidents is vital for both individuals and businesses. By prioritizing safety and implementing risk reduction measures, we ensure a secure work environment and protect the overall success of the organization.
Removal tools such as grinders and sanders can pose a significant danger if not used responsibly.
So how to safely use a grinder and limit the risks when using tools such as pneumatic grinders?
Correct air line installation is critical for using pneumatic tools safely. Here are some key points:
If the grinder's speed surpasses the MOS of the abrasive, there is a significant risk of being struck by high-speed fragments, comparable to bullets from a pistol. The outcome of such an event is clearly highly dangerous.
Use the right size abrasive for your tool. If the disc is too large:
Let’s put it simply: large abrasives are not made for small grinders.
We often see an abrasive being used for an application it isn’t built for. It may sound basic, but always use an abrasive designed for the job: i.e. only use a cutting wheel for cutting and a grinding wheel for grinding.
Abrasives will degrade over time if not stored appropriately and they also have a use-by date. Our advice: Throw away abrasives that have not been stored correctly or that have expired.
How To Safely Use A Grinder? It is all explained in the video:
When using tools, it's important to always remember their intended purpose and make sure to use high-quality abrasives. This ensures safety and optimal performance.
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