HSE : IQA : Welding

Topic: Welding

The process of joining of metals either by electrical or by gas is called welding.

Remove all combustion material from the place of welding
Clear the work area and cover the wooden floor with fireproof mats. (Welding mechanics should be kept within the visibility of the welders.)
Erect a fire resistance screen around the work
All welding cables should be fully insulated
All welding machines shall be double earthed
The welding area should be dry and free from water
Keep the fire extinguisher/sand really
Use leather hand gloves, goggles, and helmets
Switch off the power when welding is stopped
Do not allow the helper to do welding
Do not shift welding cable unless the electric power is switched off.
Do not allow the helper to carry the welding. The terminal of the welding cables should be provided with 3 cables with lugs and kept tight.
Oxygen hose in black and acetylene hose in red in color as per standard
NRV of the blow torches should be maintained properly to avoid backfire
Welders should be trained properly
Cylinders should be stored in a cold, dry place away from bottom heat and direct sunlight.
Proper housekeeping, good ventilation in the working area
Smoking should be avoided in the welding area
Hose connection should be properly made
Barricade the work area and put up a signboard
Rolling of cylinders should be avoided
The flashback arrestor should be attached to each cylinder.

Keep a fire extinguisher nearby
Keep a fire watch nearby
Remove all combustible from the work area
Use all necessary PPE
Never put a welding gas cylinder inside a confined space
Hoses shall not be laid in path ways
Gas cutting torches should have flashback arrestors
A gas test is to be done to check for the presence of flammable gas on the site.
Good housekeeping and ventilation are necessary in the working area.
Hose connections should be made properly

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