Grinder Safety Tips

  • Grinder must be inspected before each use
  • The grinder must be double insulated or have a third prong on the plug
  • The guards and handles must be in place
  • an approved backing plate must be used
  • The cord must be undamaged and free of defect
  • the disc must be rated for the tool – Max safe operating speed of the disc must be greater than or equal to the maximum speed of the Grinder shaft RPM
  • The disc must not have signs of cracks or damage
  • You must never operate a grinder with one hand.
  • Guards must never be modified or removed