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Gas welding (1 of 2)
• Always use correct type of goggles/shield when
welding or cutting.
• Use suitable aprons and gloves.
• Do not point the flame towards the regulators or
another person.
• When finished welding shut off the main valves,
bleed the lines and loosen the regulator adjusting
screws.
9. Hot Works • everything off.
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Wind up the hoses when finished, shutting
Do not turn acetylene valve more than 1½ turns.
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Never use oil near oxygen equipment.
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• Threads used for acetylene are LEFT-HANDED.
Threads used for oxygen are RIGHT-HANDED.
• Use only the approved striker to light the torch. Do
not use matches or lighters for this task.
• Ensure cylinder keys are left with the cylinders.
• Always have a fire watch with you on standby with
the appropriate fire extinguisher.
• Where possible, gas bottles should be removed
from the building when not in use.
2a Visual Standards | Feb. 2019
