Operating handheld concrete cutting saws

Duration

Minimum

8 hours including assessment time
1 learner and 1 trainer

12 hours including assessment time
12 learners and 2 trainers

Purpose/ scope

The purpose of training standard is to provide the learners with the knowledge and understanding of carrying out Disc cutting, angle grinding, ring sawing, diamond chain sawing and twin bladed chasing operations safely.

The scope includes:

• Identification of hazards
  • Relevant regulations
  • Safe operational procedures
  • Various types of hand sawing equipment
  • Equipment functionality
  • Key components and accessories
  • Proper fitting of Diamond tipped chains, Diamond tipped segmented blades and abrasive wheels
  • Use of ancillary equipment
  • Power sources
  • Process of cutting and step method
  • Routine maintenance
  • Troubleshooting techniques

Delivery

The following delivery methods may be used in the delivery of this standard:

• face to face learning environment only (such as classroom/workshop etc.)
• a blend of face to face and e-learning (independent learning using an on-line platform)

This standard is predominantly practical training

This standard is considered to be set at an entry level

Assessment Type

Formally Assessed

Quality assurance

Recognised

CITB will gain assurance through the Recognised Organisation’s quality arrangements.

Approved Training Organisation’s will be required to supply confirmation of approval (centre approval and scheme approval) with the related Recognised Organisation’s awarding organisation or body. In most cases this will be an approval certificate provided by the Recognised Organisation’s awarding organisation or body, listing the routes, qualifications, and categories they are approved to deliver. In addition, a copy of the most recent external quality assurance monitoring report will be required, relating to the standard that you wish to be approved for.

This information will be reviewed by CITB’s quality assurance team. Approval will be subject to the required Recognised Organisation’s documentation being supplied by you. As part of the quality assurance checks, CITB may confirm the accuracy of documentation with the issuing organisation.

Please refer to the Requirements for Approved Training Organisations Appendix 6 for further guidance on quality assurance.

Renewal

Renewal every 3 years

Classification

Mandatory Renewal

Additional information about this standard

This standard has been established using the Drilling and Sawing Association: code of practice.

Training delivered in line with this standard may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and can be used to assess existing skills and knowledge for formal qualification or certification purposes.

• Manufacturers manual.
• DSA code of safe working practices.
• DSA Training videos.
• Learner Demonstration of Skills End Test.
• Learner Theory End Test