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Gas fumes, radiation, and electric shock are some of the hazards involved in arc welding. A welding arc emits blinding light and is hot enough to melt steel. It generates toxic fumes that are composed of microscopic particles of molten metal. Sparks and molten slag thrown by the arc can fly up to 35 feet and can cause fires and explosions.
Despite all these hazards, arc welding can be safe with proper precautions and work practices. Arc welders can protect themselves and others in several ways:
Gas fumes, radiation, and electric shock are some of the hazards involved in arc welding. A welding arc emits blinding light and is hot enough to melt steel. It generates toxic fumes that are composed of microscopic particles of molten metal. Sparks and molten slag thrown by the arc can fly up to 35 feet and can cause fires and explosions.
Despite all these hazards, arc welding can be safe with proper precautions and work practices. Arc welders can protect themselves and others in several ways: