Potential Hazards
what can be hazardous to your health?
fumes and gases
What does PPE stand for
Personal Protection Equipment
what must you have ready in case of a fire?
Fire Extinguisher
loud noises can
damage your hearing
Electric shock can
kill
This piece of equipment can protect your hands from the flame
gloves
after welding you should
inspect areas for fires
keep loud noises at a safe level by using...
proper hearing protection such as plugs or earmuffs
If slag gets in your eye you should not
rub your eye
This piece of equipment can protect you from loud noises
earmuffs
how long should you wait after welding to inspect areas for fires
30 minutes
The welding arc is...
brighter than the sun
Arc Rays can...
Burn your skin
This Piece of equipment is worn over your head when welding.
Welders cap
flammable materials should be?
removed from the welding area or shielded from sparks and spatter
what should your helmet be set on?
a 9 or higher
What must you protect from UV radiation?
your eyes and skin
This piece of equipment keeps slag from getting in your eye.
welders helmet
welding sparks can cause...
fires and explosions
Sparks and spatter can spray up to how many feet from the welding arc...
35 feet