Welder Dies of Electric Shock
A welder called off vacation to complete a rush job was electrocuted after touching the charged part of an electrode holder.
Three Welders Killed Cutting Containers GalleryThree Welders Killed Cutting Containers
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Three Welders Killed Cutting Containers
AThree experienced welders were killed recently in separate incidents while using torches to work on containers they believed were empty. In the first, a mechanic supervisor was using a torch to cut a 55-gallon metal
Explosion Kills Welder
A welder was killed while welding on a wastewater recovery tank.
Seventeen Foot Fall Kills Welder
A young man was working as a welder at his weekend job. Situated on a platform approximately 17 feet above the concrete floor, he had been welding for about 15 minutes when he unexpectedly fell
Spark Sets Off Tank Explosion
Two workers died after a welding spark set off an explosion in a tanker truck. They were starting to replace an overflow pipe on the truck when the spark ignited flammable gas in the tank.
Seven Statistics on Working in Winter GallerySeven Statistics on Working in Winter
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Seven Statistics on Working in Winter
In many parts of North America, winter can pose significant [...]
Is This the Right Way to Use a Welding Torch?
Between the knees is not the best place to keep your welding torch--especially when it's lit.
Is This What You Want Your Workers Wearing for Hot Work? GalleryIs This What You Want Your Workers Wearing for Hot Work?
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Is This What You Want Your Workers Wearing for Hot Work?
Use this photo to training workers about the importance of using flame resistant and other protective clothing.
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