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• Do not weld materials in overhead positions.
Heat
• It is desirable that welding gloves are worn whilst welding. They will protect the hands from ultra-
violet radiation and direct heat of the arc.
Dress
• In addition to face shield, welding gloves and overalls, other types of protective clothing should be
worn when welding. Additional protective clothing such as a leather apron, sock protectors and a hat
will all assist in reducing any injuries due to heat, sparks and slag produced during welding.
• OVERALLS should also be worn. They should be of type designed to be buttoned at the wrists and the
neck.
• Avoid exposing skin as UV rays are produced by the arc.
Spatter and fire
• Welding spark may cause accidental fire, please make sure that there is no welding working position
nearby the welding working position, equip with the fire extinguisher all around.
• Welding is always classified as hot work, so pay attention to fire safety regulations during welding
and after it.
• Remember that fire can break out from sparks even several hours after the welding work is
completed.
• Protect the environment from welding splatter. Remove flammable materials, such as flammable
fluids, from the welding vicinity and supply the welding site with adequate fire fighting equipment.
• In special welding jobs, be prepared for hazards such as fire or explosion when welding container
type work pieces.
• Never direct the spark spray or cutting spray of a grinder toward the welding machine or flammable
materials.
• Beware of hot objects or splatter falling on the machine when working above the machine.
• Welding in flammable or explosive sites is absolutely forbidden.
