Safety and Precautions during welding
As in any welding process, safety precautions are very important. All information relating to the safe operation of the welding equipment and process must be fully understood before beginning work. A careless welder who does not observe some simple rules can cause a dangerous situation for everyone. The process of arc welding creates several hazards which must be guarded against. If the welding machine has the characteristics of a transformer or a motor-generator design, electrical energy is required as primary power to operate it. Useful safety information can be found in the Owner’s Manual that comes with each item of welding equipment. 1. Electrical Shock: Welders must be concerned about the possibility of electrical shock. It should be remembered that electricity will always take the path of least resistance. A welder should never weld while standing in water. If wet working conditions exist, certain measures should be taken. Such measures inclu...
