Elements and Performance Criteria
- Determine need for sharpening combs and cutters
- Combs and cutters are checked for wear in line with supervisor's instructions.
- Combs and cutters are cleaned to enterprise and manufacturers recommendations prior to grinding.
- Potential and existing hazards are recognised, controlled and reported in line with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and organisational requirements.
- Prepare grinder and pendulum for use
- The grinder and its location are checked for serviceability.
- Grinder faults or malfunctions are identified and reported to supervisor for repair or replacement.
- Grinding papers are applied to grinder discs.
- Grinding papers are correctly stored and cared for.
- The bottom bar of the pendulum is checked, cleaned and adjusted to ensure it is true.
- The pressure bar and pins are set at the recommended distance in accordance with manufacturers guidelines.
- Height setting of pendulum is checked in line to manufacturer's guidelines.
- Carry out grinding
- Eye protection is worn while grinding is carried out.
- Comb or cutter is secured for grinding.
- Correct pressure is applied while grinding.
- Combs and cutters are ground according to manufacturer's specifications and/or supervisors instructions.
- Combs and cutters are visually checked for even grinding.
- Faults or unevenness in grinding are identified and rectified.
- Grinding wheel is not left running when unattended.