10032026 BladeRepair_V6

Technical training

Blade Repair Standard / V5 23022026

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

40 min.

The aim of the lesson is to enable the participants to handle tools and equipment correctly in accordance with the task at hand during blade inspection and repair.

After having successfully completed this lesson of the Blade Repair Module, the participants can:

117) Show interest in handling tools and equipment required for blade inspection and repair safely and correctly (Ability, basic level)

ELEMENT 16.1 - MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND PNEUMATIC PRINCIPLES

Learning objectives:

118) The participants can recognise basic mechanical, electrical, hydraulic principles, and associated risks (Knowledge, basic level)

119) The participants can explain how to utilise the tools required for blade inspection and repair in a correct and safe manner (Knowledge, intermediate level)

The instructor shall:

Describe which tools are required for blade inspection and repair processes

Describe the principle of the operation of electrical and pneumatic grinders, sanders, and drills

Explain:

a. the risks associated with electrical and pneumatic grinders, sanders, and drills

b. how to safely and correctly use electrical and pneumatic grinders, sanders and drills by considering guarding, personal protective equipment and ergonomic practices

c. how to safely and correctly use a pneumatic glue gun

d.

how to safely and correctly use a manual glue gun

Describe the principle behind vacuum pump operation

Explain how to use a vacuum pump and how to protect the pump from excess resin using a resin trap

Explain the risks and hazards associated with working with a low resistance ohmmeter or equivalent

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