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Welding, cutting, and brazing are hazardous activities that pose a unique combination of both safety and health risks to more than 500,000 workers in a wide variety of industries. The risk from fatal injuries alone is more than four deaths per thousand workers over a working lifetime.
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What OSHA standards apply?
General Industry | Shipyard Employment | Construction Industry
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What are the potential hazards and possible solutions associated with welding, cutting, and brazing?
Potential Hazards and Possible Solutions | Evaluation |
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What additional information is available?
Related Safety and Health Topics Pages | Training | Other Resources |
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