Chapter 3: Safety Flashcards
The welding inspector is exposed to which of the following safety hazards?
Radiation, falling objects, electrical shock, eye hazards
What document covers safety in welding and cutting?
ANSI Z49.1
Eye hazards found in welding operations include
Grinding dust, weld spatter, radiation, smoke and fumes
In avoiding fumes during welding, the most important factor is:
The position of the welder’s head
Acetylene becomes unstable above what pressure?
15 psi
Electric currents above approximately 6 milliamperes (mA) are considered:
Primary currents, harmful
When operating gas cylinders, the cylinder valve should be opened:
One turn or less on an acetylene cylinder, all the way on the oxygen cylinder
Proper handling of compressed gas cylinders includes:
Not welding on cylinders, not including cylinders in the ground or electrical circuit, securing them properly, and identifying the gas prior to use
The most important component of an effective safety and health program is:
Management support
Safety training is mandated under provisions of:
OSHA
Occupational Safety Health Administration
Protective equipment suitable for eye protection from welding radiation includes:
Welding helmets with filter lens, clear safety glasses, safety goggles with filter plates, protective screens
Suitable clothing materials for welding and cutting are:
Wool, chemically treated cotton
