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Personal protective equipment should be used by all operators of oxy-fuel gas
equipment to ensure their protection of body and clothing from:
a)
The heat from the work
b)
Burns which may result from contact with hot components or small
globules of hot metal
c)
Radiation which may burn the skin or eyes
This protection is achieved by the use of flame resistant clothing, gloves
and footwear that is suitable to prevent the entry of hot particles or objects.
Aprons, sleeves, shoulder covers, leggings or spats of pliable flame resistant
leather and other suitable materials may also be required where the areas of
the body will encounter hot metal. Protection of the eyes from radiation is also
very important. The recommended minimum shade numbers are listed below,
however if any discomfort is felt, darker filters may be used.
Gas Welding
- Low heat input
Shade 3
- Light fusion welds
Shade 4
- Heavy fusion welds
Shade 5
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
