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Regulation 211 Speed of revolution

(1) An employer shall ensure that an abrasive wheel having a diameter of more than 80 millimetres is not used unless the abrasive wheel, its blotter or label is clearly marked with -

(a) the maximum permissible speed specified by the manufacturer for that abrasive wheel,

(b) any other information necessary for its safe use including expiry dates and restrictions of use.

(2) An employer shall ensure that an abrasive wheel having a diameter of 80 millimetres or less is not used unless it is clearly marked in accordance with subparagraphs (a) and (b) of paragraph (1) or information in writing has been given to a user of the wheel stating -

(a) the maximum permissible speed specified by the manufacturer for that abrasive wheel, or for the class of abrasive wheels to which that abrasive wheel belongs,

(b) in the case of a mounted wheel or point, the overhang permissible at that speed, and

(c) any other information necessary for its safe use including expiry dates and restrictions of use.

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