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    SWP Welder Gas Metal Arc AS560

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    This document provides a safe work procedure for using a gas metal arc welder. It outlines required personal protective equipment including safety glasses, welding mask, gloves, protective clothing and footwear. It describes pre-operational safety checks of the equipment and work area. Operational safety checks are listed as well as ending welding operations safely. Potential hazards of the equipment like electric shock, radiation and flying sparks are identified. The document is intended as a guide to be used along with training to work safely.

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    SWP Welder Gas Metal Arc AS560

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    This document provides a safe work procedure for using a gas metal arc welder. It outlines required personal protective equipment including safety glasses, welding mask, gloves, protective clothing and footwear. It describes pre-operational safety checks of the equipment and work area. Operational safety checks are listed as well as ending welding operations safely. Potential hazards of the equipment like electric shock, radiation and flying sparks are identified. The document is intended as a guide to be used along with training to work safely.

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    This document provides a safe work procedure for using a gas metal arc welder. It outlines required personal protective equipment including safety glasses, welding mask, gloves, protective clothing and footwear. It describes pre-operational safety checks of the equipment and work area. Operational safety checks are listed as well as ending welding operations safely. Potential hazards of the equipment like electric shock, radiation and flying sparks are identified. The document is intended as a guide to be used along with training to work safely.

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    SWP Welder Gas Metal Arc AS560

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    This document provides a safe work procedure for using a gas metal arc welder. It outlines required personal protective equipment including safety glasses, welding mask, gloves, protective clothing and footwear. It describes pre-operational safety checks of the equipment and work area. Operational safety checks are listed as well as ending welding operations safely. Potential hazards of the equipment like electric shock, radiation and flying sparks are identified. The document is intended as a guide to be used along with training to work safely.

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    (Your Business Name Here) – Safe Work Procedure

    GAS METAL ARC WELDER


    DO NOT use this machine unless you have been instructed
    in its safe use and operation and have been given permission

    PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT


    Safety glasses must be worn A welding mask with correct Oil free leather gloves and
    at all times in addition to grade lens for GMAW must spats must be worn.
    welding mask. be worn.

    Sturdy footwear with rubber Long and loose hair must be Rings and jewellery must not
    soles must be worn. contained. be worn.
    Respiratory protection devices may be Close fitting/protective
    required. clothing to cover arms and
    legs must be worn.

    PRE-OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS  Radiation burns to eyes or body.


     Locate and ensure you are familiar with all machine  Body burns due to hot or molten materials.
    operations and controls.  Flying sparks.
     Check workspaces and walkways to ensure no
    slip/trip hazards are present. DON’T
     Ensure the work area is clean and clear of grease,  Do not use faulty equipment. Immediately report
    oil and any flammable materials. suspect equipment.

     Keep the welding equipment, work area and your  Never leave the welder running unattended.
    gloves dry to avoid electric shocks.

     Ensure your gloves, welding gun and work leads are


    in good condition.

     Ensure other people are protected from flashes by


    closing the curtain to the welding bay or erecting
    screens.

     Start the fume extraction unit before beginning to


    weld.

     Ensure work leads do not create a tripping hazard.


    OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS
     Ensure machine is correctly set up for current,
    voltage, wire feed and gas flow.

     Ensure work return earth cables make firm contact to


    provide a good electrical connection.

     Take care to avoid flashes.


    ENDING OPERATIONS AND CLEANING UP
     Switch off the machine and fume extraction unit
    when work completed.

     Close the gas cylinder valve.


     Hang up welding gun and welding cables.
     Leave the work area in a safe, clean and tidy state.
    POTENTIAL HAZARDS
    This SWP does not necessarily cover all possible hazards
     Electric shock. associated with this equipment and should be used in
    conjunction with other references. It is designed as a guide
     Fumes. to be used to compliment training and as a reminder to
    users prior to equipment use.
    This information is based on material published by the
    South Australian Department of Education and Children’s
    Services.

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