Band Saw Safety for Maintenance and Repair Work

This course delivers practical, competency‑focused training on the safe use of vertical and horizontal band saws. Delegates learn correct machine setup, blade selection for different materials, and safe cutting techniques that prevent accidents, blade failures, and equipment damage.

Emphasising PUWER compliance, correct guarding, and hazard awareness, the course builds confidence in safe, efficient band‑saw operation within maintenance and repair environments.

Why

Helps maintainers operate band saws safely, preventing blade failures, injuries, and costly machine downtime. Supports PUWER compliance.

Follow‑on

Recommended every 3–5 years.



Course Contents:

  • Guarding
  • Blade Selection
  • Machine Setup
  • Safe Operating Techniques
  • Identifying Abnormal Behaviour
  • Workpiece Support
  • Safety Devices
  • Cleaning & Maintenance

Details:

Course code: SC230
No prerequisites
Duration: 4 hrs

Open Course Dates:

Dates available on request.





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