How Does Welding Work?
Welding is a fabrication process whereby two or more parts are fused together by means of heat, pressure or…
4 Types of Welding Processes
Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG) This style of welding is also referred to as Metal Inert Gas (MIG). It…
PPE Recommendations For Light, Medium And Heavy, And Overhead Welding Operations
Light Gas Welding and Cutting Some light gas welding and cutting jobs require no special protective clothing other than…
Eye, Face, Body, Leg, And Foot Personal Protective Equipment During Welding
Eye and Face Protection Helmets and Face Shields Use helmets or face shields during all arc welding or arc…
Four Primary Types Of Burns That May Result From Welding
Wounds A wound is another problem that could be the result of an electrical shock. Welders could accidentally suffer…
Brazing And Soldering Safe Work Practices And Precautions
Brazing and Soldering Hazards and Precautions Brazing and soldering, in essence, are the same in that they both melt…
Cutting Safe Work Practices And Precautions
Welding or Cutting Containers Used Containers Do not weld, cut, or perform other hot work on used drums, barrels,…
Welding Requirements When Performing Hot Work Operations
Hot Work Hot work is any work that involves burning, welding, using fire- or spark-producing tools, or that produces…
Fire Prevention And Protection Safe Practices & Fire Watch Requirements
Fire Prevention and Protection Eliminate fire and explosion hazards by removing or reducing combustible or explosive materials or vapors…
Importance Of Considering The Location Of The Welding Operation
The Welding Location The first consideration for welding safety is the location and peculiarities of the space where workers…