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Welding fumes, their health risks and hazards
Among the short-term effects is metal fume fever, symptoms of which occur four to 12 hours after exposure and include chills, thirst, fever, muscle ache, chest soreness, coughing, wheezing, fatigue, nausea, and a metallic taste. Welding smoke also can irritate the eyes, nose, chest, and respiratory tract … See more
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Is welding bad for your health
WEBSometimes you receive specific warning signs after inhaling gases and fumes. For example, if you breathe enough zinc fumes while welding on galvanized metal, you later may experience metal fume fever. Symptoms include night sweats, chills, and stomach pains. Or you may exhibit shortness of breath or headaches after breathing …
Protecting yourself from gases and fumes
WEBExposure to these welding fumes and gases can cause both short- and long-term health damage. Short-term problems include dizziness, shortness of breath, unconsciousness, and, in severe cases, death. Long-term problems may include increased exposure to known carcinogens, respiratory irritation (nosebleeds, ulcers, and holes in …
Are nonwelders in your shop at risk from welding fumes
WEBBut what about limiting fume exposure for the shop’s nonwelders? Welding fumes are not something to be ignored. Prolonged exposure can lead to short-term health problems like sinusitis, colds, and irritation of the nasal, mouth, and lung cavities; and long-term health problems like chronic lung problems, cancer, ulcers, kidney damage, and
Welder health and safety — Who's responsible
WEBEberl said, "The manufacturer, employer, and employee have a shared responsibility for welder safety. The manufacturer must attempt to provide proper warning labels and safe design of equipment. The employer must train the worker in equipment use and demonstrate good-faith efforts to supervise the worker to assure appropriate …
Airborne hazards in welding
WEBStudies show that full-time welding may be associated with instances of bronchitis, airway irritation, lung function changes, and other serious health issues. The respiratory hazards welders may encounter primarily fall into one of two categories: particles (including welding fume) and gases and vapors. Welding fume, the most common …
Next-gen stamping lubricants advance health, safety, …
WEBA stamping company was able to match the performance of a CP straight oil on a 4-mm-thick, heavy-gauge-steel bearing hub using a vLCCP soluble oil. The goal was simply to reduce cost through dilution, be CP-compliant in the future, and maintain performance. At a 4-to-1 dilution, that goal was met. Fast-forward.
Staying safe during HF welding: A common sense …
WEBThe main ingredient of any maintenance program is a documented, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)-approved lockout/tagout procedure. Locking out and tagging out the power source feeding the HF welder means that no available voltage will be present on the line side of the welder's main circuit breaker. It …
OSHA's new hexavalent chromium standard
WEBOn Feb. 28 the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) amended the existing standard that limits occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium [Cr (VI)]. This new rule significantly reduces the permissible exposure limit (PEL) from 52 to 5 micrograms of Cr (VI) per cubic meter of air as an eight-hour time-weighted average …
Using dry filtration to capture plasma cutting fumes
WEBHexavalent chromium, or hex chrome, is a carcinogenic substance that is a byproduct of cutting stainless steel and other metals that contain chromium. Hex chrome overexposure can result in short-term lung, eye, or skin irritations. The greatest long-term health danger associated with hex chrome exposure is lung cancer.
Supplier financial health check, Part I: Manufacturers must be …
WEBEditor’s Note: This is the first edition of a 3-part series.Part II from Steve Schabel of Alexandria Industries will discuss other key criteria manufacturers can look for in their suppliers to determine business health.. COVID-19 has exposed weak links in the global supply chain, and product manufacturers are taking notice. As the virus runs its …
Safety: The never-ending battle
WEBInvestigate any and all incidents, and enter incidents in the occupational health management system. Ensure employees are properly trained and qualified. The safety program was amped up for rank and file as well. New hires had to go through four days of safety training, which encompassed subjects such as incident reporting, fire …
Working safely with metalworking fluids
WEBHealth Effects of Exposure to Metalworking Fluids. Workers are exposed to MWFs by inhaling mists or vapors or by direct contact with the skin. The potential for airborne exposure depends on the quantity of mist generated, how the operation is enclosed, and the local exhaust ventilation. Skin contact with MWFs can occur when an …
Safety and regulatory overview for powder coating
WEBTo determine a suitable airflow for this type of powder application system with inlet ductwork, a manufacturer can use the following formula: Safety Air Volume (CFM) = Maximum Gun Output x # of Guns 0.5 (Safety Factor) x MEC. In most of these booth designs, each gun usually requires 1,000 CFM of containment air when used with a …
Safety in jet cutting
WEBAbrasive waterjets are powerful cutting tools. As is the case with all industrial machinery, waterjet machines have certain inherent hazards that go beyond the obvious cuts. Knowledge of these hazards and proper protective measures are necessary for safe operation. This article presents an overview of the hazards and ways to ensure safety.
Staying safe during deburring and grinding
WEBInvesting in an automated deburring and grinding system is a consideration that can help fabricators reduce the risk of health hazards and accidents. Considering the long-term impact that injuries related to manual deburring and grinding can have on both the employee and the employer, it can be a worthwhile investment. Figure 2.
Safety tips for laser and plasma cutting
WEBElectrical hazards - Laser and plasma cutting machines require high levels of electricity. Operators must ensure that the electrical supply, including amperages, fuses, and breakers, is adequate for their equipment's demands. Gas supply hoses - Operators should routinely inspect hoses for leaks, holes, frays, or any form of damage that could
Thermal spray safety and OSHA compliance
WEBAlthough the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard for nonionizing radiation restricts electromagnetic radiation to only that portion of the spectrum defined as radio frequency, thermal spray systems produce UV light, which is defined as nonionizing radiation. Safety rules applicable to thermal spray can be found …
OSHA shines spotlight on metal fabricating
WEBFebruary 10, 2015. Article. Safety. Last year citations from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) cost metal fabricating businesses more than $7 million. The actual cost of these violations is much higher, however, because it does not include other direct or indirect costs such as damaged facilities or equipment, medical
Metal manufacturing's greatest concerns
WEBIn our survey to determine metal manufacturing's leading concerns, steel prices (36 percent) emerged as the No. 1 concern (see Figure 1 ). Health care costs (18 percent) came in second. Twelve percent of respondents chose the skilled labor shortage as their greatest concern, followed by materials availability and foreign competition (10 …
Managing scrap metal safety
WEBSafety. Figure 1: Handling sheet metal remnants, particularly thin-gauge material, can lead to possible cuts. That’s why workers are encouraged to wear heavy-duty gloves while working with scrap. Scrap doesn’t just represent a cost to a metal stamper that didn’t fully maximize raw material when processing a job.
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