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Abrasive Grinding Presentation

This document covers safety requirements for working with abrasive grinding wheels. It discusses identifying grinder hazards, guarding requirements, selecting personal protective equipment, inspecting and adjusting grinding machines, and safe work practices. The document outlines OSHA regulations on grinding wheel specifications, guarding, inspections, and repairs. It describes common grinding wheel hazards like hand and eye injuries. It also covers grinder and wheel types, wheel speeds, typical guarding features, and required personal protective equipment.

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533 views28 pages

Abrasive Grinding Presentation

This document covers safety requirements for working with abrasive grinding wheels. It discusses identifying grinder hazards, guarding requirements, selecting personal protective equipment, inspecting and adjusting grinding machines, and safe work practices. The document outlines OSHA regulations on grinding wheel specifications, guarding, inspections, and repairs. It describes common grinding wheel hazards like hand and eye injuries. It also covers grinder and wheel types, wheel speeds, typical guarding features, and required personal protective equipment.

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Sanjay Mehrishi
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Abrasive Grinding Wheels

Session Objectives
You will be able to:
• Identify grinder hazards
• Understand guarding requirements
• Select necessary PPE
• Adjust work rests, replace wheels, and
conduct a ring test
• Inspect grinders properly before use
• Work safely on abrasive grinding wheels
What You Need to Know
• OSHA regulations
• Types of grinders and wheels
• Wheel guarding and work rests
requirements
• Required PPE
• Wheel replacement and testing
• Inspection procedures and safe work
practices
OSHA Requirements
• Design specifications
• Guarding
• Safe operation
• Inspection of equipment
• Repairs and maintenance
OSHA Violations
• OSHA’s list of most frequently violated
standards
• Abrasive wheel exposure limits
• Abrasive wheel work rests
Grinding Wheel Hazards
• Hand injuries from the
moving wheel
• Eye injuries from flying
chips and exploding
wheels
Grinding Wheel
Hazards (cont.)
• Hearing damage from
the noise
• Respiratory ailments
from dust and fumes
Types of Grinders
• Bench and pedestal
grinders
• Portable grinders
• Edge or circumference
used for grinding
• Flat side of wheel used
for grinding
Types of Wheels
• Cutting off wheel
• Abrasive wheel
• Organic wheel
• Inorganic wheel
• Vitrified wheel
• Wire brush and buffing
wheels
Wheel Speed
• Surface feet per minute
(SFPM)
• 0.262 X diameter in
inches x revolutions
per minute (RPM)
• 12" wheel at 1,000
RPM = 3,144 SFPM
• 24" wheel at 1,000
RPM = 6,288 SFPM
Typical Guarding
• Heavy metal enclosure
• Cover spindle, nut, and
flange
• Side guards cover
75% of wheel diameter
• Adjustable tongue
guard must be
positioned within 1/4"
of the surface of the
grinding wheel
Band-Type Guard
• Flat side of wheel is used to grind
• Back and edges of wheel are guarded
• Inside of band is free of projections
• Inside edge is less than 1" from edge of
wheel
• Wheel protrudes slightly beyond guard
Flanges
• Used to mount most abrasive wheels
• Transmit torque from spindle to wheel
• At least 1/3 of wheel diameter
• Made of strong and rigid material
• Must be replaced when bearing surface
becomes worn, warped, or damaged
Blotters
• Compressible washers
• Used between flanges and wheel surface
• Ensure uniform distribution of flange
pressure
• Cover entire contact area of flange
Work Rest
• Supports material
being worked on
• Is adjustable for wheel
wear
• Must be less than 1/8"
away from wheel
• Large gap could cause
jamming and injuries

Image Credit: OSHA


Work Rest (cont.)
• Positioned just below wheel’s center
• Secured in position
• Replaced when worn or damaged
Abrasive Wheel Grinder
Basics
• Do you understand the
information presented
in the previous slides?
Required PPE
• Safety glasses with
side shields or goggles
• Face shield
• Respirator

Image Credit: OSHA


Required PPE (cont.)
• Hearing protection
• Gloves
Work Clothes and
Grooming
• No oversized shirts or
sweatshirts
• No unzipped shirts,
sweaters, or jackets
• No long sleeves with
unbuttoned cuffs
• No dangling jewelry
• No loose long hair
Replacing Grinding Wheels
• Disconnect power
source
• Be sure wheel’s rated
speed is greater than
machine’s maximum
speed
• Handle wheel carefully
• Inspect wheel for
cracks or damage
Ring Test
• Check for hidden wheel cracks
• Use a light, nonmetallic tool to gently tap the
dry, clean wheel
• Metallic “ping” means wheel is OK
• Dull thud means wheel is cracked
Grinder Inspections
Make sure:
• Grinder is securely mounted
• Wheel is mounted securely
• Guards are in place
• Power transmission motor is covered
• Work rest is positioned correctly
• Work rest is in good condition
Grinder Inspections (cont.)
Make sure:
• Wheel is evenly worn
• Wheel has no nicks, cuts, or cracks
• Flanges are in good condition
• Work area is clear of combustibles
• Electrical connections are in good condition
• Dust collection system is working
Safe Grinder Operation
• Make sure you’re wearing required PPE
• Turn on the wheel while standing off to
the side
• Allow the grinder to come to full speed
Safe Grinder Operation (cont.)
• Stand in a balanced
position
• Keep firm control of the
grinder or material
• Do not extend yourself
or overreach

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PPE, Inspections,
and Safe Work Practices
• Do you understand the
information presented
in the previous slides?
Key Points to Remember
• Make sure you understand abrasive
grinding wheel hazards
• Always wear required PPE
• Inspect the grinder and wheel before
each use
• Adjust the tongue guard and work rest
properly
• Take precautions when starting and
operating abrasive grinding wheels

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