Arc Welding Safety

Ultraviolet and infrared rays are created during SMAW(Shielded Metal Arc Welding)

• True

• False

High pressure cylinders can be moved by tilting them slightly and rolling them on their edge.

• True

• False

The American Welding Society recommends that a label be attached to all major equipment in an arc welding or cutting station to warn of dangers.

• True

• False

It is recommended that an arc welding inspection be made with the power on.

• True

• False

Toxic fumes given off during arc welding should always be removed at a point above the welders head.

• True

• False

Cadmium, chromium, beryllium, zinc, and lead can give off toxic or deadly fumes when welded or cut.

• True

• False

It is recommended that a filter-type respirator be worn when welding or cutting on materials that may produce toxic or poisonous fumes.

• True

• False

When arc cutting is being performed, it is recommended that a fire watch who has ready access to a(n) ________ be posted.

• Water hose

• Fire extinguisher

• Bucket of sand

• Fire blanket

When it is necessary to run the welding leads across an aisle or high-traffic area, you should ______.

• Lay the leads under a piece of channel iron.

• Lay the leads under a piece of angle iron.

• Both options are fine

• Neither options are fine

First aid for a first degree burn involves applying ______ to the burn area.

• Ice

• Cold water

• Cold compresses

• Ice and Cold Water

• Cold Water and Cold Compress