Angle Grinder Inspection Checklist

Download the Angle Grinder Inspection Checklist👈

Angle grinder is a handheld power tool used in fabrication activities including, cutting, grinding, deburring, finishing, & polishing. The grinder is either powered by power cord or by inbuilt battery. The equipment consists of a fast rotating disc used for the various activities as mentioned above.

The equipment poses serious hazards to the human operating it and those who are working nearby. A list of hazards is available below;

1. Due to faulty, broken, damaged insulation wiring can cause electrocution.
2. Use of equipment with damaged insulation wire can cause fire and explosion if used near flammable material.
3. The rotating disc can break if used inappropriately, or used wrong type of disc for job activity. The broken disc part can hit the operator or nearby person.
4. Operator's hand cut is possible if not used with guard.
5. Inhalation of produced fumes, gases, and dusts can lead to diseases.
6. Noise produced during the work activity can cause hearing loss problems.
7. Object being cut can slip due to sudden start of the grinder, if held weakly, and hit someone nearby.
8. Entanglement of clothes and jewellery is possible during work activity.

The equipment should be inspected and well maintained before use so use the link available above👆 and download the checklist to inspect the equipment and ensure it is safe for use. The checklist can be modified according to the need.

Portable Angle Grinder