TLE/ TVE- SMAW 10

Quarter 1- Week 1
Module 1: PREPARE WELD MATERIALS

CONTENT STANDARDS
The learner demonstrates understanding of basic concepts and underlying theories
in preparing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with occupational health
and safety standards.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The learner independently demonstrates competency in preparing Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) needed for the job.

INFORMATION SHEET 1.1

OSHS and WELDING PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Introduction:

The general work clothing is worn by each person working in the shop. All of these
clothing materials must not have frayed edges or holes. In addition to the clothing, extra pro-
tection is needed for each person who is in direct contact with the materials. Tongs and pli-
ers are used in picking-up hot metals.

OSHS

Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS) are mandatory rules and stan-
dards set and enforced to eliminate or reduce occupational safety and health hazards in the
workplace.

Rule 1100: Gas and Electric Arc Welding and Cutting Operations

1100.01: General Provisions

1. Welding or cutting operations shall not be permitted in rooms or areas containing

combustible materials or in proximity to explosives or flammable liquids, dusts, gases, or va-
pors, until all fire and explosion hazards are eliminated.

2. Welding or cutting operations on containers filled with explosives or flammable

substance is prohibited.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is clothing or equipment designed to be worn by

someone to protect them from the risk of injury or illness. 

1. All workers or persons directly engaged in welding or cutting operations shall be pro-
vided with the following personal protective equipment:

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 a. goggles, helmet, or head shields fitted with suitable filter lenses and hand shields,
and

b. suitable aprons

Welding shield/helmet is used to protect our face and eyes from the arc rays and heat, and
the spatter from molten metal.

Welding Helmet

 Helmet type welding shield is more convenient to use because it allows both hands
to work freely.
 Hand-held shield allows only one hand to work freely.

Leather jacket is made of chrome leather and prevents the entry of sparks between our
clothes and body.
Leather apron is made of chrome leather and provides a welder with complete protection of
his chest to mid-calf from sparks and hot metal.
Welding gloves/gauntlet is made of chrome leather and protects our hands from
heat, spatter, and radiations.
Face shield is best for general protection because it can be worn under an arc welding
helmet
Leggings are made from leather to protect the legs and feet
Protective sleeves are made from leather to protect the arms

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Protective cover all are made from light asbestos coated with aluminum to protect the
whole-body during welding.
Welding spats are made of chrome leather and protects our feet from spatter.
Safety Shoes have heat resistant soles and impact resistant toes. Some safety shoes have
metal in soles, while others protect workers from different types of electrical hazards.
Safety goggles are used when grinding and chipping off slag.
Earmuffs are used for ear coverings and are connected by a flexible band and worn as
protection against extreme noise.
Earplugs is a pair of devices that is meant to be inserted in the ear canal to protect the
wearer's ears from loud noise or intrusion.
Respirators is an apparatus worn over the mouth and nose or the entire face to prevent the
inhalation of dust, smoke, or other noxious substances.

Additional protection may be applied using: leather jacket, apron, welding gloves,
welding shield, face shield, safety gloves, welding cap, safety boots, respirators, and full
leather sleeves. Full clothing protection will practically protect the whole body of the welder.

For your safety, it is proper to know the uses of your protective gadgets while working
with metals.

References:

Welding Principles and Application

By Larry Jeffus and Harold Johnson

Welding Technology 2nd Ed.

By Gower A. Kennedy

Teacher: Daryl R. Tesoro Contact # 09301708962

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 Camarines Sur National High School
City of Naga
Activity sheet for SMAW 10
Welding Protective Equipment and OSHS

Name: ________________________________________ GR. & SEC. __________Date:

______

Direction: Match column A with column B. Write the letter of the correct answer on
the blank provided before the number. Use separate answer sheet.
_____ 1. Face shield a. Hand protective device during welding.
_____ 2. Respirators b. Head and hair protection while welding
_____ 3. Leather Jacket c. Feet and legs protection
_____ 4. Welding cap d. Worn always in shop during tour of duty
_____ 5. Welding shield e. Additional protection that covers body
and shoulder.
_____ 6. Leather apron f. Added protective device in front side of
the body.
_____ 7. Safety gloves g. To be worn in the area with toxic fumes.
_____ 8. Safety boots h. Face and eyes protection.
_____ 9. Full leather sleeves i. Used to protect eye and face while
grinding and cleaning weld.
_____ 10. Safety glass j. Shoulder legging sleeves.
k. Used for picking up hot metals.

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 Camarines Sur National High School
City of Naga
Worksheet for SMAW 10
Welding Protective Equipment and OSHS

Name: _________________________________________ GR. & SEC. __________Date:

_____
Direction: Circle T (True) or F (False) for each of the Following statement to indicate
whether the statement is true or false.

1. T / F All fumes should be drawn away before they reach the welder’s nose.

2. T / F Housekeeping is not an important factor in shop safety.

3. T / F Grinders, wire wheels, and shears are dangerous and can cause serious injury.

4. T / F You should always say “look” before striking the arc if you feel anyone in the area
could be watching.

5. T / F MSDS is simply information on chemicals and must be available to all workers.

6. T / F Horseplay, talking with, or surprising someone while they are working around the
equipment is safe in the shop.

7. T / F It is possible to receive a burn similar to sunburn while arc welding.

8. T / F People who are unsafe can’t hurt themselves and others.

9. T / F Yellow, orange, and red are colors used in the shop to signal workers about safety
hazards, items, and equipment dangers.

10. T / F Trousers (pants) with strings hanging from them are safe because the catch fire
easily and cause tripping.

11. T / F Loose fitting clothes, long, loose hair, and jewelry can get caught in equipment.

12. T / F Hands should be used to pick up metal in the welding shop instead of your pliers.

13. T / F Hot metal sparks will fly around while grinding and could cause fire or injure
someone.

14. T / F You should never assume metal is hot if you are not sure.

15. T / F Most fire extinguishers are type A, B, and C and put out almost all types of fires.

16. T / F OSHA is a government agency concerned with saving money.

17. T / F ALL injuries MUST be shown to your friends.

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Direction: Fill in each the blank with the most appropriate word or phrase.

18. A metal which has been welded and is left somewhere to cool should be marked
____________ so nobody is burned by touching it.

19-20. Earplugs must be worn when grinding, when near a grinder and should also be worn
when welding. What are 2 reasons why?

a. ___________________________________ b. ___________________________________

21. Before welding or grinding ventilation must always be _______________.

22-23. What is the purpose of protective welding curtains (a) and (b) why should they be
protected from abuse?

a._______________________________________________________________
b._______________________________________________________________

24-25. Why are: welding on a booth, burning the paint on a booth, stealing items from the
shop, graffiti, or misusing equipment or consumables such an important issue in school or the
workplace?

a._______________________________________________________________
b._______________________________________________________________

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