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WELDING AND CUTTING SAFETY
(10-100)
10-100 Do not weld or cut unless you are properly trained.
10-101 Keep oxygen and acetylene bottles in a safe and clean area.
Keep caps on gas cylinders while in storage.
10-102 Separate oxygen cylinders in storage from acetylene (fuel-gas
cylinders or combustible materials – especially oil and grease) a
minimum distance of 20 feet or by a non-combustible barrier at
least five feet high, having a fire resistance rating of at least one
half hour.
10-103 Secure all compressed gas cylinders in an upright (vertical)
position.
10-104 Use welding screens as necessary to avoid injury and prevent
fire hazards to other employees in the area.
10-105 Keep fire extinguisher immediately accessible whenever
conducting hot work.
10-106 Do not look at the welding arc or flash with the naked eye.
Always use appropriate eye protection.
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