Fume and gas Safety
INHALATION HAZARD
Welding and Plasma cutting produce toxic fume.
Arc Ray Safety
1. Wear approved welding eye protection
featuring at least a number 10 shade lens
rating.
5. Keep clothing free of grease, oil,
solvents, or any flammable substances.
4.
Wear an approved head covering to protect
the head and neck.
Use apron, cape,
sleeves, shoulder covers, and bibs designed and
approved for welding and cutting procedures.
2.
Wear leather leggings, fire resistant
shoes or boots during use.
Do not wear
pants with cuffs, shirts with open pockets, or
any clothing that can catch and hold molten
5. Wear an approved welding jacket or long
sleeves to protect forearms from radiation
burns.
6. When welding/cutting overhead or in
confined spaces, wear flame resistant ear
plugs or ear muffs to keep sparks out of ears.
1. Exposure to welding or cutting exhaust
fumes can increase the risk of developing
certain cancers, such as cancer of larynx
and lung cancer and some other potential
issues.
2. Do not use near degreasing or painting
operations.
3. Keep head out of fumes.
Do not breathe exhaust fumes.
5. Work in a confirmed area only if it is
well-ventilated, or while wearing an air-sup-
plied respirator.
6. Have a recognized specialist in industrial
Hygiene or Environmental services check the
operation and air quality and make recom-
mendations for the specific welding situation.
4. Use enough ventilation, exhaust at arc, or
both, to keep fumes and gases from breath-
ing zone and general area.
If engineering controls are not feasible, use an
approved respirator.
