As with many tasks on a building site, welding is a highly skilled job that requires expert knowledge. It is likely to be used in a range of construction projects, from residential housing developments to large-scale schemes to create some of the world's tallest buildings and office blocks.
In fact, any project that requires materials to be joined together – often metal – needs the expertise of a welder. As well as construction schemes to create buildings, it is also used on engineering initiatives to create structures such as bridges.
Although it is chiefly an industrial process, welding can be used in a range of locations, including underwater. It involves the melting of the materials to be joined along with a filler substance to bind them. There are also numerous energy sources that can be utilised to weld.
A number of tools are required and construction companies can hire welding equipment to ensure they have the right items for the job. However, because it is such a highly skilled task, it is important contractors are aware of the necessary safety issues that need to taken into account.
Strong and sturdy, it is a reliable method of joining materials, but is not without its risks for those involved. They need to be properly trained to carry out the work and the correct risk-free environment needs to be created. Some essential items of safety equipment like gloves, boots and masks are needed.
This guide will detail some of the potential risks involved in welding, as well as explaining the ways to prevent them. By following this advice, building firms can ensure they are compliant with current safety rules and regulations, while preventing accidents and keeping employees safe at all times.
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