There is no question that welding can be a dangerous activity, but with the right safety precautions, the chances of being injured can be dramatically reduced.
First workers should always wear protective equipment which includes a face protector, along with protective goggles and heavy duty gloves. Also the welder must be aware of the environment and remove any potential combustible objects from the area. Another issue can be vapors in the air so you should always check for any open gas lines, oxygen tanks or fuels lines as it is easy to cause a fire when welding near inflammable vapors.
The welder should also be careful not to get too hot, as heat exhaustion can result and those who are exposed to toxic fumes or materials such as asbestos over a period of time can go on to develop lung and breathing issues.
To learn more about your rights and potential compensation after a work-related accident, please call the Cumberland work accident attorneys of Dolina Hobbs, LLC, at (301) 739-1013 or contact us online today.
