Health and Safety: Module 5

Objective: Know and understand hazards and basic safety requirements when welding.

Scope:

• Electric shock
• UVand
• heat radiation
• Eye hazards
• Burns and fires, fire prevention, fire fighting
• Welding fumes
• Respiratory hazards
• Personal protective equipment and clothing
• Noise hazards
• Specific rules and regulations

Expected results:

• Know dangerous situations in relation to electricity, humidity, DC and AC.
• Know the health risks of welding fumes.
• Know the signals for escape routes.
• Name adequate means of personal protection.
• Know measures to be taken to prohibit fire.
• Know measures to prevent noise hazards.
• Know the specific rules and regulations.

List of Contents:

1. Specific rules and regulations
2. Electric shock
3. Steps to Prevent Electrical Shock
4. Emergency Procedures
5. UVand
6. heat radiation
7. Eye hazards
8. Welding fumes
9. Hazardous substances
10. Removal of hazardous welding dust