Welding Cutting Hazards. Material and Manual Handling. IN THIS ISSUE.
Cutting The fume from welding and flame cutting metals is harmful. There are a number of safety hazards associated with welding brazing and cutting. Health hazards from welding cutting and brazing operations include exposures to metal fumes and to ultraviolet UV radiation.
Exposure to fumes and gases can be controlled by adhering to these safety precautions.
Welding and cutting inside ships and other enclosed spaces is particularly dangerous as smoke from fires cannot escape and will quickly overcome people working nearby. Inform the host employer of any hazards confronted or created in the welding and cutting work area. What are the usual hazards. Gas cutting and welding involves direct exposure to molten material sparks and heat apart from while repairing drumstanks with inflammable liquids.