The purpose of the guard on a machine is to protect you and the people around you from injuries.  

There is no reason whatsoever to remove a safety guard from a angle grinder.  

Always ensure that the guard is positioned correctly to protect you and direct the sparks away from you.  

• Always check the correct machine guard is attached and in place
• Always check that the guard fits around the abrasive product
• Always check the machine guard is positioned between the wheel and the machine operator

Below are some examples of correct and incorrect positioning of guards.