General information, not an individual diagnosis. Ask a healthcare professional if you are unsure about your situation.
Welding fumes can be inhaled by welders and people nearby. They contain gases and very fine particles released during welding.
Prevention depends on the process, workpieces and location. Describe these with the supervisor before protective measures are chosen.
A respirator protects its wearer, rather than nearby colleagues. An eye filter addresses the separate risk from optical radiation.
Local extraction aims to collect fumes close to their source. An extracting torch is one option, depending on the workstation.
General ventilation complements extraction for residual pollutants. Diluting pollutants does not remove the emissions produced by the process.
Clarify extraction maintenance and performance checks. Also ask how people working nearby are included in the exposure assessment.
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