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Welding equipment
Working with flames, chemicals, and hot metal puts welders at risk of burns, cuts, eye injuries, and exposure to welding fumes.
For information on the safe use of welding equipment, see the following resources.
Resources
Facial Protection for Welding: Manufacturing
How to select the correct type of facial personal protective equipment.
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Explosion during welding operation
Summary
A young worker was welding on the transom of an aluminum boat. Flammable vapour underneath the deck was not detected and an explosion occurred. The worker was thrown back...
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General Welding and Cutting Requirements
Provides information about the safety requirements for welding and cutting processes.