Every welder needs to use welding personal protective equipment in order to protect themselves against flying sparks, heat and other environmental factors.
Eyes and Face
PPE Required: A welding helmet and goggles are required to protect against radiation as well as chemical burns. A fire resistant head covering should be worn underneath the helmet.
Lungs
PPE Required: Respirators should be worn to help against the fumes and oxides that exist when welding equipment. The respirators often have filter cartridges that will need to be replaced on occasion.
Exposed Skin
PPE Required: Fire and flame resistant aprons and clothing should be worn. The welding personal protective equipment will protect against heat, burns and fire.
Ears
PPE Required: Ears should be protected with ear plugs and potentially ear muffs. This will protect the ears against noise. When near sparks or splatter, the ear plugs should be fire resistant.
Feet and Hands
PPE Required: Rubber soled boots and insulated gloves should be worn. This will protect against shock, heat, electric sparks, burns and even fires.
Taking the time to shop for welding personal protective equipment will ensure that everyone who is welding is safe from the sparks and other issues that can arise when using welding equipment.
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