- Guns, holders, clamps, cables, and guns must be properly set up in accordance
to the duty cycle for the work that will done. Always inspect the condition of
the equipment and parts, keeping in mind your safety and the safety of others.
- Never allow two or more electrical parts to come together.
- Insulation is very important; observe the local and National Electrical Code
(NFPA 70) when installing equipment.
- Always place warning signs around your welding area.
- Dangerous fumes and toxic gases such as ozone, nitrogen dioxide, carbon
monoxide, are associated with the welding process.
- Exposure to welding fumes and gases with little or no protection may cause
illness or death.
- Use extraction equipment to remove fumes and gases from the working area.
- The welder must be protected by air-supplied respirator or other similar
equipment when the ventilation is not adequate or when welding is done in a
confined space. Be sure that breathing air is safe and air-supplied respirator is
working correctly before entering a confined space.
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Solvents,
degreasers,
hydrocarbons, petroleum based liquids are potential sources of vapors which
can form highly toxic gases and must be removed from the working area.
- Never ventilate with pure oxygen such as from a oxygen welding torch
as it supports and accelerates fires; there is a serious risk of explosion.
- Welding processes produce heat, ultraviolet and infrared rays that can cause
serious injury to the eyes and burn skin.
- Always wear a welding helmet in full compliance with federal rules; always
use proper shade filters and protective lenses to protect the eyes from rays
1.2 WELDING FUME AND GASES CAN BE DANGEROUS
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1.3 ARC RAYS AND SPARKS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
BURN AND INJURY
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