The key to preventing accidents in a welding shop is to follow safety rules, regulations, and procedures for the welding process. In addition, caution and common sense are important in preventing accidents. Welding procedures have certain health hazards for operators and surrounding workers, which include exposure to metal fumes and ultraviolet radiation. Welding, cutting, and brazing operations also come with the risk of accidents like burns, eye damage, electric shock, and cuts. To prevent accidents, the following measures can be taken:

• Adhere to strict safety protocols: This includes following safety rules, regulations, and procedures for the welding process.

• Maintain and calibrate welding equipment: Proper inspection of welding equipment and electrode holder before working is important.

• Read and understand technical manuals: This helps to ensure that the welding process is carried out safely and correctly.

• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE): This includes gloves, helmets, and protective clothing to protect against burns, eye damage, and other hazards.

• Keep the working area clean: Flammable materials around the working area are the number one cause of a fire. This can be prevented by maintaining a clean working area before starting the welding process.

• Take extra safety measures when working in humid places, metal structures, and cramped conditions: This includes providing rubber mats or other types of insulation for welders and wearing dry gloves in good condition.

• Perform lockout and tagout procedures when doing repairs: Only qualified technicians should repair welding equipment.

• Keep a fire extinguisher on hand: Welding generates sparks that may cause fire hazards. Workers with grease on their clothing have the highest risk of getting burned. Flammable chemicals should always be kept away from welding spaces to avoid any fire that may damage the entire facility.