Safe and Correct Use of Working Saws
Subject : Joinery
| Course Code 9005206
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Course Overview
YOU DO NOT NEED TO APPLY FOR THIS COURSE.
PLEASE CALL COURSE ENQUIRIES ON 01695 52300 FOR ENROLMENT DETAILS.
This course is designed to improve the use of a range of woodworking saws.
| Start Date |
Duration |
Venue |
| 25.10.11 / 14.02.12 / 03.04.12 / 05.06.11 |
1/2 day |
West Lancashire Construction Academy, Gillibrands, Skelmersdale |
Who The Course is for
This course is for both Construction workers and those interested in DIY.
Course will cover:
> Chop saws
> Jig saws
> Band saws
> Radial arm saws
Course Content
> Introduction to saw types and applications
> Health & Safety requirements
> Risk assessment
> Hand arm vibration risks
> Personal protective equipment
> Safe operations of power saws
> Choosing the correct machine
> Blade type and usage
> Simple maintenance and blade fitting demonstrations
> Practical work demonstrations
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements.
Learning & Assessment Methods
> Presentations
> Knowledge papers
> Practical Activity
Qualifications Gained
College Certificate
Progression Opportunities
Students may wish to progress onto other construction related programmes.
Career Opportunities
This qualification could enhance your existing skills.
Course Costs
£70.00
This course is full cost and therefore no fee remission is applicable.
How to Apply
Please complete and return a College application form. Application forms can be obtained college Admissions – contact details below.
Further Information: If you have a query about this course or would like advice on your study options please contact college Admissions:
In Person:
Until 19 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Westbank Campus, Yewdale, Skelmersdale WN8 6JA.
From 22 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX
By Phone: (01695) 52300
By Email: enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk
By Post: The Principal, West Lancashire College, FREEPOST, Skelmersdale WN8 6BR
Website: http://www.westlancs.ac.uk
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this leaflet is correct at the time of printing. We reserve the right however, to make alterations or amendments to the information contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient numbers.