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Document ID (ISN)76401
CIS number 01-369
Year 1999
Convention or series no. D/1999/1205/48 (fr) D/1999/1205/49 (nl)
Author(s) Piette A., Malchaire J., Huberlant J.M.
Title Training guide for grinding work
Original title Guide de formation au travail de meulage [in French]
Wegwijzer bij het slijpen [in Dutch]
Bibliographic information Federaal Ministerie van Tewerkstelling en Arbeid, Belliardstraat 51, 1040 Brussel, Belgium, Dec. 1999. 32p. Illus. 3 ref.
Abstract This guide aimed at grinding workers covers the safe use of grinders, mounting of grinding disks and maintenance aspects, as well other less-well known topics such as vibration and associated diseases (white finger syndrome) and work posture. The need for adequate protective equipment (safety spectacles, protective gloves and hearing protectors) is emphasized.
Descriptors (primary) vibrating tools; Belgium; electric grinders; training material; metalworking industry; health hazards; pneumatic grinders
Descriptors (secondary) grip strength; work posture; Raynaud's phenomenon; safety guides; limitation of exposure; personal protective equipment; safe working methods; training manuals
Document type C - Training manuals, audiovisual material
Country / State or ProvinceBelgium
Subject(s) Metal production and metalworking
Broad subject area(s) Industries and occupations
Browse category(ies) OSH training
Metalworking industry
Hand and portable tools