Plasma Cutting

• Introduction – Outline of workshop content and objectives.
• What is plasma cutting? – How the process works and why it is used.
• Air plasma cutting equipment – In-depth look at the equipment and consumables used.
• Risk assessments – The need to identify hazards and effectively manage risk.
• Hazards posed by plasma cutting – Hazards posed by the process and effective control measures.
• The need for fume extraction – Essential information on the need for fume extraction.
• Personal protective equipment – Detailed analysis of the PPE required when undertaking the process.
• Preparing the working environment – Factors to be considered before starting work.
• Plasma cutting system set-up – How to set up a portable plasma cutting system.
• Plasma cutting techniques – Key techniques to produce a high quality cut.
• Practical demonstration – The demonstration will cover:
  • Pre-use visual inspection of equipment.
  • Safe assembly and connection of the power source, gas supply equipment, leads and consumables.
  • Correct leak test procedures.
  • A demonstration of basic cutting techniques including edge start, pierce start, straight line cutting and shape cutting.
  • Hands-on training and tuition for all staff.
  • System de-pressurisation.
  • Safe shutdown and disassembly of the plasma cutting equipment.

This training workshop is designed for people who undertake plasma cutting.

It consists of safety awareness theory plus hands-on practical sessions on equipment set-up and how to safely and correctly undertake the plasma cutting process.

The price is dependent upon the number of staff to be trained, ranging between £1750 and £2125 for 4 to 6 staff.