Angle grinder safety

Grinders spin fast enough to shatter a wheel. Match the wheel, keep the guard on, wear a face shield.

Key points

• Check the wheel's rated speed is higher than the grinder's speed.
• Keep the guard on and positioned between you and the wheel.
• Wear safety glasses and a face shield.
• Use both hands on the handle and body.
• Watch where the sparks go: away from people and anything that burns.

Ask the crew

• Are the right wheels stocked for today's work?
• What could catch a spark around today's grinding?