Welding Safety Checklist

Purpose

This checklist is designed to ensure safety during welding operations by identifying potential hazards and implementing necessary precautions.

Instructions for Use

• Complete this checklist before starting any welding operation.
• Mark each item as complete/incomplete.
• Note any corrective actions required.
• Ensure all safety measures are in place before proceeding.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Wear flameproof gauntlet gloves and flameproof aprons made of leather or other suitable material [1].
• Use helmets or hand shields during all arc welding or arc cutting operations [2].
• Ensure goggles or other suitable eye protection are used during gas welding or oxygen cutting operations [2].

Equipment and Environment

• Ensure welding cables and other equipment are clear of passageways, ladders, and stairways [2].
• Secure gas cylinders and welding machines outside confined spaces [3].
• Ensure proper ventilation in confined spaces to prevent toxic material accumulation [4].
• Remove paint from surfaces to be welded to avoid generating poisonous gases [5].

Fire Prevention

• Remove all flammable materials from the welding area or protect them with flameproof covers [6].
• Have a fully charged fire extinguisher available at all times [5].
• Ensure a fire watch is available when required [7].

Procedural Checks

• Turn off the engine and remove the key before starting welding [8].
• Disconnect the negative (-) cable from the battery terminal [8].
• Attach the welder ground cable within 1 meter from the weld area [5].
• Remove all electrodes from holders when arc welding is suspended for a substantial period [3].

Confined Spaces

• Provide means for quickly removing the welder in case of emergency [3].
• Station an attendant outside to observe the welder at all times [3].

Post-operation

• Mark hot metal or provide warnings to other workers after welding operations are completed [3].
• Confirm there is no smoke or fire near the work area after welding [9].

Signature

• Supervisor: ______________________
• Date: ___________________________

Follow-up Actions

• List any corrective actions needed and assign responsibility for completion.

References

• WAC 296-24-70007 Work in confined spaces [3].
• WAC 296-24-70001 General [2].
• Kobelco SK235SR-2, SK235SRLC-2 Operation Manual [5].

This checklist is based on safety standards and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment during welding operations.