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Safe Distance For Welding Flash. By boilermaker On 02-Jul-01 1717. B The distances are based upon the worst-case exposure conditions.
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Therefore if you are a short distance from an arc even a very short exposure to the arc flash can result in injury. Consider if you could avoid or reduce exposure by doing the job in a different way. One cause of fires and explosions is high.
This Code applies to all workplaces covered by the WHS Act where welding processes are carried out and to all persons involved in these activities.
Your question is a good one and I too would like to see a sourced responce to it. You and the fire watcher should wait for at least one half hour after all welding is finished to find and put out any smoldering fires that may have resulted from your welding. Consider using respiratory health surveillance. Although this Code focuses on welding processes it may also be relevant to manage the risks associated with allied processes.
