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    Welding work involves many hazards including electrical shock, burns, radiation exposure, and hazardous fumes. Welders are at risk of electric shock from welding machines or electrodes. They can suffer burns from hot metal, sparks, slag, and radiation. Breathing welding fumes can cause lung diseases. Proper protective equipment like insulating gloves and clothing, helmets with filtered lenses, and respirators are necessary to prevent injury while welding.

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    Welding work involves many hazards including electrical shock, burns, radiation exposure, and hazardous fumes. Welders are at risk of electric shock from welding machines or electrodes. They can suffer burns from hot metal, sparks, slag, and radiation. Breathing welding fumes can cause lung diseases. Proper protective equipment like insulating gloves and clothing, helmets with filtered lenses, and respirators are necessary to prevent injury while welding.

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