Sparks Set Off Hydraulic Fluid
The shipyard welder was welding on a barge in dry dock when sparks from her wire-fed welding gun ignited hydraulic fluid that had atomized.
Anti-Contamination Clothing Catches Fire GalleryAnti-Contamination Clothing Catches Fire
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Anti-Contamination Clothing Catches Fire
A welder was cutting metal while working in a high contamination area of a nuclear energy site. A spark or a piece of hot metal landed on the lower leg of his anti-contamination coveralls. Because
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.
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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