Electrical Safety
This term describes an electric circuit that is connected to the earth.
What is grounding?
The cloud of gases and other materials that rises during welding is known as this.
What is welding fume?
Body protection while welding is best provided by wearing clothing made from this material.
What is cotton?
A hot work permit authorizes the performance of work that presents this hazard.
What is fire risk?
The most common type of welding, often called "stick welding," is this.
What is shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)?
When metal parts are joined together to form an electrically conductive path, they are said to be this.
What is bonded?
This atmospheric condition is considered oxygen-deficient when oxygen levels drop below this percentage.
What is 19.5 percent?
The recommended shade for electric arc welding operations falls within this range.
What is 9 to 14?
Cutting operations should never be performed without this safety measure in place.
What is a fire watch?
This type of gas is used as a shielding gas in some welding and cutting operations.
What is helium or argon?
This safety device is designed to shut off electricity if a ground fault is detected.
What is a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
This type of metal exposure in welding has been linked to Parkinson’s Disease.
What is manganese?
This type of respirator should be replaced when the wearer detects any taste or smell.
What is an air-purifying respirator?
Before leaving hot metal unattended, this word should be written on it.
What is HOT?
Acetylene is commonly used in this welding and cutting process.
What is oxyfuel cutting?
The potential for electric shock does this when the skin is damp.
What is increases?
Prolonged exposure to intense ultraviolet light during welding can cause this painful eye condition.
What is arc flash (or flash burn)?
Compared to a full leather welding jacket, this PPE item is cooler but still provides protection.
What is a welding cape?
The most common workplace accident for welders involves burns on these body parts.
What are hands and arms?
Apprenticeship programs in the United States must be registered with this organization.
What is the U.S. Department of Labor?
The welding machine’s ground terminal should always be connected to this.
What is a known ground source?
High vacuum/low volume exhaust inlets should be placed within this range of inches from the welding fume source.
What is 2 to 4 inches?
This standard in the U.S. outlines safety requirements for welding, cutting, and allied processes.
What is ANSI Z49.1?
The most hazardous times for workplace foot and vehicle traffic are these two periods.
What are starting and quitting times?
A competency-based curriculum requires students to demonstrate both of these things.
What are knowledge and skills?