These are the main risks associated with welding.
- Thermal : flying sparks, hot pieces, high temperature.
- Radiation: ultraviolet radiation, infrared rays, blue light.
- Chemical: gas, vapours, fumes.
- Electric: electric shock, short circuit, overload.
- Mechanical: handling of equipment, cranes, forklifts. Handling of pieces to weld/cut. Slag projection during slag removal.
- Acoustic: noise caused by welding and noise in the workplace.
- Explosion and fire: gas and flammable substances in the work area, flammable materials in the work area, gas leaks, cylinders accidentally falling because wrongly fixed, incorrect opening/closure of gas valves.
Before striking an arc always think about your safety and that of others.
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