FUMES FROM WELDING AND CUTTING

Welding and cutting operations evolve quantities of gases, dusts and metal fumes which present respiration hazards and proper ventilation is essential. Preventive measures outlined include: (1) forced ventilation, or (2) exhaust ventilation, or (3) individual operator respiratory protective equipment (the type depending on the toxicity of fumes or gases. Toxic gases and fumes are a particular problem when welding or cutting coated metals. In some cases the coating material should be removed prior to welding.

• Corporate Authors:

  Indian Institute of Welding

  48-1 Diamond Harbour Road
  Culcutta-27,   India 
• Authors:
  • Ghosh, R
• Publication Date: 1973-7

Media Info

• Features: References;
• Pagination: p. 67-73
• Serial:
  • Indian Journal of Welding
  • Volume: 5
  • Issue Number: 3

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Fumes; Toxic coatings; Toxicity; Ventilation systems; Welding
• Old TRIS Terms: Welding fumes
• Subject Areas: Marine Transportation; Safety and Human Factors;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00057614
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: Engineering Index
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Oct 5 1974 12:00AM