TITLE:	ES&H Manual
DOCUMENT ID:	6122 Appendix T1 Prevention of Skin and Eye Damage from Welding Arcs

1.0 Purpose

Prevention of Skin and Eye damage from the ultraviolet light exposure is provided by the use of Personal Protective Equipment.

· Welding areas must have signs posted indicating welding operations and the requirement for eye protection

o When secondary hazards are identified, such as high noise, their postings must be secondary to the Welding Hazard Signage.

· The walls of permanent welding areas must have low reflectivity to ultraviolet radiation.

· Welders, cutters, brazers, and helpers must wear suitable face, neck, and ear protection to prevent direct radiant energy from the arc:

o Welding helmets must be provided. Contact Industrial Safety Representative for any questions concerning the proper selection they will ensure compliance with American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z87.1 Practice for Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection

o The helmet must be worn with safety glasses underneath to provide complete eye protection.

o Lenses must be selected to wear with the welding helmet to provide protection from the non-ionizing radiation emitted from the welding arc. Contact Industrial Safety Representative. They will assist in the selection process to ensure the lenses comply with ANSI Z87.1 and ANSI/AWS F2.2 Lens Shade Selector.

· The lens must have an identifiable manufacturer's marking

· The lens shade number must be marked

· The lens must be kept is good repair

· Outer cover lens must be provided to protect the lens.

· Wear clothing that is designed to minimize burns by protecting skin from welding slag, sparks, and radiated heat. Examples include:

o Cotton or cotton blend fabrics

o No cuffs in pants or rolled up sleeves, nothing in pockets

o Leather gloves (or other flame resistant)

o Leather aprons

o Leather leggings for heavy work

o The use of cape sleeves or shoulder covers must be considered for overhead welding.

ISSUING AUTHORITY	APPENDIX AUTHOR	APPROVAL DATE	EFFECTIVE DATE	EXPIRATION DATE	REV.
ESH&Q Division	Not Available	TBD	TBD	TBD	0

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