Welding, Cutting, Brazing and Soldering
Person performing welding while wearing personal protective equipment
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Welding, Cutting, Brazering, Soldering Safety
Training
Safety training regarding welding processes offered.
Hot Work Processes
Various types of welding, cutting, brazing, and soldering are covered.
Fire Hazards and Controls
Hot Work Permits requirements.
Health Hazards and Controls
Various potential health effects from welding operations.
Electrical Hazards and Controls
Potential shock hazards from welding equipment and processes.
Physical Hazards and Controls
Ultra violet and infrared radiation exposures and repetitive motion concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Should contact lenses be worn while welding/cutting? If proper protective equipment is worn during welding and cutting operations, such as welding helmets or goggles with filtered lenses, it is acceptable to wear contact lenses. One exception would be where the welding process may produce gas or vapors that could be harmful to employees wearing contact lenses. Go to the OSHA letter of interpretation.
- What are the hazard controls for using leaded solder? If leaded solder cannot be replaced with lead-free solder, soldering in a fume hood or use of local exhaust ventilation (i.e. snorkels or tabletop fume extractors) should be used to divert fumes away from the breathing zone.
- How do I select the proper filtered lens for the welding/cutting operations I will be performing? Refer to this Filtered Lens Selection document for more guidance.
Documents
Contact Information
Robin McCall-Miller, Occupational Safety Program Manager
Phone: 540-231-2341
Email: rmmiller@vt.edu