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marked, in order to be able to
identify which device belongs to
which welding power circuit.
z Using shoulder straps
Welding must not take place if
the welding power source or the
wire feed device is being carried
e.g. with a shoulder strap.
This is intended to prevent:
The risk of losing your balance
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if the lines or hoses which are
connected are pulled
The increased risk of an
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electric shock as the welder
comes into contact with the
earth if he/she is using a Class
I welding power source, the
housing of which is earthed
through its conductor.
z Protective clothing
At work, the welder must
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protect his/her whole body by
using appropriate clothing and
face protection against radia-
tions and burns. The following
steps must be observed:
– Wear protective clothing
prior to welding work.
– Wear gloves.
– Open windows to guarantee
air supply.
– Wear protective goggles.
Gauntlet gloves made of a
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suitable material (leather) must
be worn on both hands. They
must be in perfect condition.
A suitable apron must be
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worn to protect clothing from
flying sparks and burns.
When specific work, e.g.
overhead welding, is required,
a protective suit must be worn
and, if necessary, even head
protection.
z Protection against rays
and burns
Warn of the danger to the
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eyes by hanging up a sign
saying "Caution! Do not look
into flames!". The workplaces
must be shielded so that the
persons in the vicinity are
protected. Unauthorised per-
sons must be kept away from
welding work.
The walls in the immediate
„
vicinity of fixed workplaces
should neither be bright
coloured or shiny. Windows
up to head height must be
protected to prevent rays
from penetrating or reflecting
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