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WELDING-FUNDAMENTALS5 MIN READ

Walk the hot-work area before the arc

Apply a hot-work precheck sequence that covers combustibles, fire watch, ventilation, and authorization.

Hot work You are asked to weld a bracket near packing material and a wall opening. The job looks routine, but sparks can travel where your hood cannot see. The decision is not weld or do not weld. It is what must be controlled before welding is allowed. JHA plus OSHA hot-work precautions Scan, control, authorize Break the job into hazards, choose controls, and only then authorize the arc. Shortcut Strike now, fix later The arc starts only after the area is made fire safe. A hot-work permit is a control conversation, not just a signature. 01 Fuel 02 Path…

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