- Wear a welding helmet with the correct shade filter for TIG work.
- Use fume extraction at source — even TIG fumes require control.
- Ensure adequate ventilation when welding in enclosed or confined areas.
- Check all electrical connections and earth leads before starting work.
- Wear appropriate PPE including welding gloves, apron, and arm protection.
- Use ceriated or lanthanated electrodes instead of thoriated where possible.
- Screen the welding area to protect nearby workers from UV radiation.
- Inspect gas hoses and regulators for leaks before each use.
- Follow the approved welding procedure specification for every joint.
- Store gas cylinders upright, secured, and away from heat sources.
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- DON'T weld without a proper welding helmet — sunglasses are not adequate.
- DON'T grind thoriated tungsten electrodes without dust extraction and RPE.
- DON'T use TIG in confined spaces without gas monitoring and ventilation.
- DON'T leave the shielding gas flowing in enclosed areas when not welding.
- DON'T allow unscreened bystanders within sight of the welding arc.
- DON'T use damaged or frayed welding cables or faulty return clamps.
- DON'T weld on wet surfaces or while standing in water.
- DON'T use a high-frequency start near workers with pacemakers.
- DON'T ignore skin irritation or breathing difficulty during welding tasks.
- DON'T weld without checking for flammable materials in the vicinity.
See also: Welding Safety Awareness | Welding Fume Extraction and LEV
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