General Shop Safety
Should always be worn in the shop to protect your eyes
Safety Glasses
The primary hazard with arc welding
electric shock
Color of the acetylene gas cylinder
maroon or red
First step in planning a project
Define the project goals
First step to take in case of severe bleeding
Apply pressure to the wound/alert others immediately
First action you should take in the event of a fire
Activate the fire alarm/alert the instructor
The most important reason for wearing a welding mask
to protect your eyes from UV burns
The reason oil isn't used on pure oxygen equipment
Oxygen and oil can cause explosion and fire
Why is a timeline important?
To make sure tasks are completed on a schedule
First step if something is stuck in your eye
Alert the instructor/visit the eye wash station
Why is it important to keep the shop and work areas clean?
To prevent accidents and injuries
A trait of the clothing required for welding
fire resistance
First step to lighting the acetylene torch
turn the gas on
Name a tool used for measuring
Caliper/ruler/micrometer/tape measure
One symptom of shock
Pale skin/rapid breathing, vomiting, dizziness, weakness, confusion, anxiety
One type of PPE that should be used in the shop
(excluding safety glasses)
Gloves/Boots/welding helmet/earplugs
The next step after identifying an issue with the welder
Next step after the torch goes out while cutting
Close the valves and re-ignite
What is a bill of materials?
A list of materials required for a project
When should you call for emergency help
if the injury is severe/life threatening
What does "lockout/tagout" mean in shop safety?
To disable a machine, disconnect power, and ensure it isn't accidentally activated while being worked on.
Distance that flammable materials are kept from the welding area
at least 35 feet
Maximum pressure allowed in an acetylene regulator
15 PSI
How to determine the cost of materials for a project
Estimate the costs of materials and labor
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation