Welding is a fabrication process of joining metals using extreme heat. Take this quiz on welding safety and first aid to increase your practical knowledge of the subject. The two pieces of metals join together due to high-pressure heat, which makes the bonding of welded joint stronger. But, have you ever thought about the risks or injuries happening due to welding? The intense heat of welding, harmful dust, smoke, and light radiation leads to eye injuries and skin burns. This quiz has been designed to test your knowledge and make you aware of potential risks and safety measures.
Eye protection
Ear plugs
Gloves
Boots
Open
Clean
Closed
As it is
Good condition
Out of the way
Dirty
As they are
Safe to work in
Well lit
They have food stalls
They have TV for entertainment
Dangerous
Expensive
None
Inexpensive
Trust
Look out for
Mind the gap with
None of the above
Safety glasses
Welding helmet
Welding clothes
None of the above
Fellow workers
Flammable materials
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
Leak detector
Oil
Oil
Neither 1 nor 2
Electrode holder
Bare hands
Rod
None of the above
Old
Ungrounded
Grounded
New
On wet floors
In poorly lit areas
Water
Semi closed
Purged
Opened
Hang
Ground
None of the above
Horseplay of any kind
Unsupervised welding
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
Moving the job to a safer area.
Make sure the welder wears the proper protective equipment to protect their head and neck area.
Take a different welding position.
None of the above
Wear heavy leather boots that reach above the ankle and pants without cuffs.
Wear welding gloves.
Wear a welding jacket.
All of the above
Have the welder move to another position.
Have the welder wear a welding jacket and welder's cap.
Have the welder wear a hard hat.
All of the above
Wear welding gloves.
Wear a loose fitting polyester shirt with a collar
Wear heavy leather gloves with gauntlets, and a long sleeved shirt with pocket flaps.
True
False
True
False
True
False
True
False
True
False
The welder is safe so long as the welding is done in a hurry.
The welder needs to have hands, arms, legs, and torso covered with durable flame-resistant clothing.
The welder needs gloves with extremely long gauntlets.
All of the above
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