Respirator For Welding Fumes. Due to the presence of chromium nickel and aluminium there is concern about the effects of chronic exposure on special groups such as welders. Local or area ventilation system should be used to eradicate harmful gases and fumes.
These particulates can be a mixture of metallic oxides silicates and fluorides. Engineering controls might not be sufficient to reduce the exposure levels adequately it can therefore be appropriate to use respirators. Miller welding respirators are designed to fit under the welding helmet or integrate airflow into the helmet system for maximum comfort and portability.
Mainly respiratory irritation and related effects few chronic long term effects have been directly attributed to welding fumes and gases.
These fumes are a complex mixture of small metal oxides. Engineering controls might not be sufficient to reduce the exposure levels adequately it can therefore be appropriate to use respirators. Mainly respiratory irritation and related effects few chronic long term effects have been directly attributed to welding fumes and gases. Not all respirators are flame and spark resistant.