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Learn about the importance of welding safety training to prevent common injuries and hazards in the workplace. Discover the key areas of focus, formal training methods, and industry best practices for promoting a safer work environment.
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Best Practices – Welding Safety Welding Training
Welding Safety Training • Highest injury rates among the 19 – 25 age group. • Major injury areas: • Sprains/strains. • Struck-by. • Falls. • Cuts and abrasions. • Eye Irritation or particulates.
Welding Safety Training • Formal training: • Early formal training related to safety promotes safety at the worksite. • Safety Association training. • Apprenticeship training. • Manufacturer related training.
Welding Safety Training • All UA apprentices training in welding must first complete an employer approved safety awareness program. • Incorporation of hazard awareness and safety training throughout all training delivered at the training center.
Welding Safety Training • Joint Project Safety Committees. • Trained Labour/Management site representatives. • Toolbox Meetings. • Trained supervision (foremen, general foremen, crew leaders).
Welding Safety Training • The UA International Training Funds’ interactive training programs. • Web-links to certification examinations and record-keeping.
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