Like many industrial processes, welding can be very dangerous. Whether an employee is working with the hazardous gases of an oxyacetylene unit- the high voltage of stick welding - or the combination of gas and electricity that powers MIG and TIG operations - flying sparks, toxic fumes, electric shock and high temperatures are just some of the things that can make welding a dangerous proposition. This training program will remind your employees that there are indeed a number of hazards associated with welding, and provide the information they need to work safely when involved with welding operations.

Welding and cutting activities produce sparks or use open flames and can create potential hazards, especially in confined spaces and process areas. When working with gas welding and cutting operations, there are a number of safety guidelines employees must follow. This program trains your employees in comprehensive safety procedures and safe work practices to prevent injury or property damage during welding and cutting operations.

This course introduces the fundamentals of safety on the job site. Topics include: good work habits, worksite hazards, protective equipment, fire safety, transport of equipment and supplies, dangerous goods, Occupational Health and Safety regulations, and roles and responsibilities of employers and employees. The theory presented in this course represents regulations and principles enforced in the program and on job sites. This course covers information about making welding less dangerous by following proper safety procedures and guidelines.

By the end of this course, delegates will be able to: 

• Discuss the conditions under which you can safely begin welding
• Describe the required preparations to ensure welding can be safely performed
• Discuss the three factors affecting a healthy breathing zone
• Describe the dangers associated with breathing contaminated air
• Identify welding conditions requiring special air handling
• Identify the conditions where mechanical ventilation is required
• Identify the conditions where respirators are required
• Discuss the need for eye, hearing and hand protection during welding
• Describe the types of personal protection devices required for safe welding
• Identify required personal protective equipment for Oxy-Fuel Welding
• Identify required personal protective equipment for Arc Welding
• Discuss how to recognize and combat heat stress
• Define arc welding & oxy-fuel welding
• Discuss required precautions for safe arc welding operations
• Discuss required methods to avoid hazards associated with oxy-fuel welding
• Describe how to protect other workers from welding hazards

Welders I & II, Fabricators, Welding Metallurgy Technicians, Welding Sales/Service Technicians, Foreman Mechanical Maintenance, Engineering Technicians, Pipefitters, Weld Inspectors, Production Welders, Managers, Petroleum Engineers, production and maintenance staff, inspectors, welders and others who work with welding

·       General Welding Safety Requirements

·       Preparations For Safe Welding Operations

·       Healthy Breathing Zones

·       Effects of Exposure to Contaminated Air

·       Personal Protection Equipment PPE – An Introduction

·       Pre-use Inspection of PPE  & Equipment

·       Personal Protection Equipment - Hearing, Hands, Clothing

·       The Use of Respirators and Other Personal Protective Equipment

·       Eye Protection (Welding Helmets, Filters, Glasses and Goggles)

·       Hazardous Fumes

·       Ventilation Systems

·       Protecting Others While Welding

·       Arc Welding and Oxy-Fuel Welding

·       Gas Welding

·       Proper Storage and Marking of Compressed Gas Cylinders

·       Procedures to Follow When Lighting a Welding or Cutting Torch

·       Welding in Special Situations

·       Fire Prevention

·       Handling/Storage of Gas Cylinders

·       Confined Space Work

·       Areas or Environments for Safest Welding

·       Materials and Containers to Avoid Welding

·       Getting "Authorization" for Welding Operations

·       Sparking and the Risk of Fire

·       Guards and Protective Barriers

·       Inspecting Welding Equipment

·       Set up of the Welding or Cutting Area

·       Compressed Gas Cylinders and Valve Protection Caps

·       Precautions and Procedures When Lighting Your Welding or Cutting Torch

·       Tasks on Which Committees can Concentrate

·       OSHA General Regulations & Standards

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