Pre-Task Plan: Welding Operations

Date: [DATE] Work Area: [WORK AREA] Task Supervisor: [SUPERVISOR NAME]

1. Task Description

[Welding various metal components using arc welding techniques.]

2. Task Duration

Estimated Start: [START TIME] Estimated Completion: [END TIME]

3. Personnel Involved

• [Welder]
• [Helper/Attendant]
• [Fire Watch]

4. Task-Specific Hazards and Controls

Hazard	Risk	Control Measures
Flying particles, molten metal	Eye and face injury	Use helmets or hand shields during all arc welding or arc cutting operations, excluding submerged arc welding 1, 3. Goggles should also be worn during arc welding or cutting operations to provide protection from injurious rays from adjacent work, and from flying objects [1]. Use transparent face shields or goggles for resistance welding or brazing 1, 3. Ensure eye protection provides side protection when there is a hazard from flying objects 10, 15.
Injurious light radiation (arc welding rays)	Eye damage, skin burns	Use helmets or hand shields during all arc welding or arc cutting operations 1, 3. Provide workers or other persons adjacent to the welding areas protection from the rays by noncombustible or flameproof screens or shields or they must be required to wear appropriate goggles 2, 11. Select the darkest shade that allows task performance [2].
Fumes from welding	Respiratory irritation, long-term health effects	Ensure adequate ventilation. Use only with adequate ventilation such as fume collectors, exhaust ventilators, or air-supplied respirators [3]. Adequately vent all welding and cutting operations carried on in confined spaces to prevent the accumulation of toxic materials or possible oxygen deficiency [4].
Fire hazards	Burns, property damage	Clear the area of flammable materials. Use flameproof aprons made of leather, asbestos, or other suitable material as protection against radiated heat and sparks [5].
Electrical hazards	Electric shock	Ensure welding equipment is properly grounded. Remove all electrodes from the holders and carefully locate the holders so that accidental contact cannot occur and the machine disconnected from the power source 8, 13.

5. Required PPE for Today's Task

• Welding helmet with appropriate filter lens 1, 3
• Safety glasses with side shields 10, 15
• Flame-resistant gloves [5]
• Flame-resistant clothing (e.g., jacket, pants, apron) 2, 12
• Safety boots [5]

6. Tools and Equipment Needed

• Welding machine
• Welding electrodes/wire
• Welding cables
• Chipping hammer
• Wire brush
• Grinder
• Ventilation equipment (if required)

7. Pre-Start Checklist

Area Preparation

• Clear work area of flammable materials [6]
• Ensure adequate ventilation is available 19, 20
• Set up welding screens or barriers to protect others from arc flash 2, 11

Equipment Checks

• Inspect welding machine and cables for damage
• Verify proper grounding of equipment
• Check filter lens in welding helmet for cracks or damage 2, 11

Communication

• Review task-specific hazards and controls with all personnel
• Establish hand signals or other communication methods
• Confirm emergency procedures and contact information

8. Task Steps Overview

1. Prepare the work area and materials.
2. Don appropriate PPE.
3. Set up welding equipment and ventilation.
4. Perform welding task.
5. Inspect weld and clean up work area.

9. Emergency Response for This Task

• Eye injury → Flush with water for 15 minutes, seek medical attention.
• Burns → Cool the affected area with water, seek medical attention.
• Electric shock → Shut off power, provide first aid, seek medical attention.

10. Task-Specific Precautions

• Never look directly at the welding arc without proper eye protection 1, 3.
• Keep flammable materials away from the welding area [6].
• Ensure proper ventilation to avoid inhaling harmful fumes 19, 20.

Pre-Task Briefing Confirmation

All workers understand the task, associated hazards, and required controls.

Team Lead Initials: [___] Date: [DATE] Time: [TIME]

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