1. Welding Shop Safety Rules Safe grooming

2. Wear the proper type of footwear for the trade (leather boots, or steel toe leather boots). Shorts are not allowed in welding shop. Wear the proper type of cloths for welding (long sleeve shirts, dark fire resistant material). Loose or ragged clothing shall be prohibited. Wearing of rings, wristwatches, bracelets, earrings, and other jewelry is prohibited.

3. Safe Conduct

4. When entering another class, go directly to the teacher in charge to make your request. When entering the technical class go directly to your assigned area, and remain there till your instructor advises you other wise. Horseplay or practical jokes in any form will not be tolerated. If you are not sure what you are doing- Stop! Look! Listen! There is no discredit in being ignorant, but there is in being foolish.

5. At no time should tools or other materials be left lying on the floor. Use all tools and equipment as instructed. Take better care of them than you do your own. Always keep your hands in a safe position when working. Do not even trust yourself. Never carry tools in your pockets.

6. Keep arrangement of tools in storage area as originally planned. At no time should you handle a project that does not belong to you. If you do not plan to use a machine, stay away from it. Never make any adjustments to tools or machines unless you are familiar with the procedures.

7. Keep all isles and work areas clear. Report all damaged tools or equipment to your instructor immediately. Safety glasses must be worn at all times. Report all accidents and injuries to your instructor.

8. Do not leave the shop area at any time without the permission of your instructor. The correct way is the only safe way. Stop! Think! Proceed carefully! Safety is no accident!