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745 Welding, Cutting, and Brazing Safety
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Light Gas Welding and Cutting

Some light gas welding and cutting jobs require no special protective clothing other than gauntlets and goggles, if you wear regular work clothing correctly. Wearing clothing in the manner described below reduces the risk that sparks will lodge in folds of clothing, such as rolled-up sleeves and cuffs, pockets, or the shirt collar.

  • Roll sleeves down, button collar and cuffs.
  • Cover pockets not protected by button-down flaps from the front of work clothing.
  • Do not turn trouser cuffs up on the outside.
  • All clothing should be free of oil and grease.
  • Wear high-top or safety shoes, instead of low-cut shoes with unprotected tops.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

6-4. What should be done to reduce the risk of sparks lodging in folds of clothing when welding?