#3
Description:
Exposure assessment monitoring of ironworker using an oxyacetylene torch to cut painted steel girder. Paint has been removed either side of cut line, paint removal may/may not be sufficient to properly protect worker. Potential fall issue, worker standing on single plank covering small span of unknown height. The worker is using 1/2 face air purifying respirator, leather jacket and gloves. Worker may need higher level of respiratory protection. A fire extinguisher should be readily available. Positive means should be made to confine sparks and slag. A worker should be assigned as a fire watch during and for a sufficient time afterwards to ensure that there is no possibility of fire.
Hazard:
Lead, Paints and coatings, Compressed gases, Falls, Fire and explosions, Slips and trips
Injury & Illness Prevention:
PPE
Job Site:
Bridge
Trade:
Ironworker, Laborer
Other:
Blood, Kidney, Renal, urinary, Bones, broken, Burns, Eye injuries, Sprains and strains
Keywords:
ironworker using oxyacetylene torch.
Credit:
NIOSH/John Rekus
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