This guideline is intended as a source of information for employees, employers, physicians and other occupational health professionals. It does not attempt to process all data: rather, it presents pertinent information and data in summary forms.
Manganism is a condition that occurs when someone has been exposed to toxic levels of manganese. Symptoms tend to mimic Parkinson's Disease and include gait disturbances, clumsiness, tremors, speech disturbances, and psychological disturbances.
Metal Fume Fever
Metal fume fever is a temporary condition caused by inhaling manganese fumes. Symptoms typically include chills, fever, upset stomach, vomiting, dryness of the throat, cough, weakness, and achiness
This document outlines the safety procedures and gives a detailed diagram of the Millermatic 200 welder.
Refer to documents:
* AWS Oxyfuel Safety - Check Valves and Flashback Arrestors
* O2 safety
* MSHA - Safety Hazard Information - Special Hazards of Acetylene
* Acetylene MSDS
Oxy-Fuel Welding
Gas cylinders require special care in oxy-fuel welding. The acetylene cylinder is hollow and contains a porous material saturated with liquid acetone, which keeps the gases stable under pressure. For this reason, always store the cylinder in the vertical upright position and secure it. If the cylinder is tipped, acetone may leak into the valve area and could release acetone into the system. If an acetylene cylinder is tipped, place it upright for twice as long as it had been lying down before using it. Also, be certain a cap covers the valve when the cylinders are not secured. If the cap is not present and the cylinder falls, the valve could break and propel the cylinder, causing injury to you or other worker
This document outlines various resources that are available to students interested in a career in welding.
Included are documents detailing the safe use and handling of gas cylinders in welding:
Cylinder handling
Cylinder Storage Cabinets
AWS: Cylinders Safe Storage, Handling, and Use
This document gives information on the details and uses of this metal fabricator.
PAA - Under Water Welding
The VRTEX® systems are virtual reality arc welding training simulators. These computer based training systems are educational tools designed to supplement and enhance traditional welding training. They allow students to practice their welding technique in a simulated and immersive environment. The VRTEX® systems promote the efficient transfer of quality welding skills and body positioning to the welding booth while reducing material waste associated with traditional welding training. The combination of realistic puddle, arc welding sound, and real time feedback tied to the welder’s movement provides an exciting, hands-on training experience.
This document provides details and ordering information on the VRTEX® 360.
The following resources are for Acetylene in PAA Welding.
The following is a document on hazards of electric shock in the workplace.
The following document includes safety with foot protection while welding.
This file contains an extensive alphabetical glossary of welding terms. There is one document per letter of the alphabet, as well as one comprehensive document intended to be a classroom resource.
The use of welding products and equipment in the welding process causes emission of fumes. Many, if not most, of these fumes contain manganese. A small amount of manganese is necessary for the human body to remain healthy. However, too much manganese can cause serious medical problems.
These two documents explain, in detail, the signs and symptoms of the exposure of too much manganese in welding. The toxicity of manganese causes a progressive condition, referred to as Manganism (also known as manganese poisoning, maganese-induced parkinsonism, and manganese intoxication).
The following is a pocket risk assessment for students to fill out before doing a task that helps establish the possible hazards, solutions, etc.
This document outlines the safety procedures, diagrams and other important operating tips for using the Powermax 45 Plasma Cutter.
The following document has question and answers referring to:
Hazards of Electric Shock
Primary Electric Shock
Secondary Electric Shock
Safe Work Practices
Electrically Hazardous Areas
This document outlines the safety considerations necessary for welding on containers that may have previously contained flammable or combustible materials.
This document describes what plasma is and how it cuts through metal.
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