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Welding hazard control bulletins, fact sheets, guidance, resources.
Arc, TIG and MIG Welding Safety [5390] 
Identify and use the safety practices that should be observed when arc welding
Filter Lens Shade Number Guide ![[pdf]](graphics/file_pdf.gif)
[32546]
In gas welding or oxygen cutting, where the torch produces a high yellow light, you need to use a filter lens
[32546] In gas welding or oxygen cutting, where the torch produces a high yellow light, you need to use a filter lens
Fire Prevention Measures for Cutting, Welding, Etc. [16878]
Standards and guidelines governing fire safety for
Standards and guidelines governing fire safety for
Fire Prevention When Welding [27076]
The following recommendations provide additional guidance for improving fire prevention practices when welding
The following recommendations provide additional guidance for improving fire prevention practices when welding
General Requirements for Welding Safety [26188] Covers arc welding and cutting plus oxygen fuel gas welding and cutting
Hot Work Fire Safety Program [26380]
An example of a program designed to control hot work fire hazards
An example of a program designed to control hot work fire hazards
Hot Work Permit Program [3334]
Example of a hot work permit program for welding, flame cutting and soldering
[3334] Example of a hot work permit program for welding, flame cutting and soldering
Hot Work Permit Template and Checklist [18879]
Sample hot work permit template, safety checklist and procedures
[18879] Sample hot work permit template, safety checklist and procedures
Hot Work Poses Fire Risk [25360]
Description of procedures to reduce the risk of fire when using torch equipment
Description of procedures to reduce the risk of fire when using torch equipment
Hot Work Safety Requirements [36010] Includes a sample hot work permit policy and a safety checklist
Introduction to Welding [28460]
8 chapters of welding information on gas and arc welding, soldering, brazing, etc
8 chapters of welding information on gas and arc welding, soldering, brazing, etc
Lead Glass Shielding Problems on E-Beam Welders [26423]
Lead glass window in door that provides x-ray shielding can fall out
Lead glass window in door that provides x-ray shielding can fall out
OSHA Health Guidelines for Welding Fumes [11931]
Pertinent information about welding fumes for workers, employers, physicians, etc.
Pertinent information about welding fumes for workers, employers, physicians, etc.
Oxyacetylene Welding Safety [5387] Safety practices that should be observed when welding with oxyacetylene gas
Plasma or Oxy-Fuel? [27316]
Whether you should put your trust in a flame or an arc depends on what you do
Whether you should put your trust in a flame or an arc depends on what you do
Polyurethane Foam & Hot Work [26652]
Should hot work be unavoidable near foam, the following guidance is recommended
[26652] Should hot work be unavoidable near foam, the following guidance is recommended
Protecting Against Extreme Welding Hazards [24786]
Welders need to understand the dangers and follow proper safety practices
Welders need to understand the dangers and follow proper safety practices
Unexpected Hazards from Welding Blankets [26419]
Some blankets lose too much overall weight to be considered heat resistant & some release toxic fumes
Some blankets lose too much overall weight to be considered heat resistant & some release toxic fumes
Welding Health and Safety Guide [31755]
Provides a general understanding of welding and cutting processes as well as hazards and controls
[31755] Provides a general understanding of welding and cutting processes as well as hazards and controls
Welding Health Hazards [24191]
Covers chemical and physical agents that cause health hazards when welding
Covers chemical and physical agents that cause health hazards when welding
Welding Health Hazards [32548]
An overview of the chemical agents and radiation hazards associated with welding operations
[32548] An overview of the chemical agents and radiation hazards associated with welding operations
Welding, Cutting, Brazing Tutorial [32550]
Online slide presentation covers general safety requirements when welding
Online slide presentation covers general safety requirements when welding
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Compressed gas cylinder safety, pressure line safety, etc.
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Control of special fire hazards
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National Fire Protection Association codes
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