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10. Do not weld on containers that have held gasoline or
petroleum products.

11. Do not leave welding electrode in holder when not
welding.

12. Give warning to fellow workers or onlookers when
you are about to strike an arc or grind.

13. Use equipment only for its intended use.

14. Use proper lifting techniques at all times. Lift with
your legs, not your back. Know your safe lifting
limits. Ask for help when lifting heavy objects.
Beware of pinch points and potential smashing
hazards. Use leverage whenever possible.

15. When welding in the rain or in a damp or wet area,
wear rubber gloves and boots, or stand on a dry
insulated platform. Bill Pencil, Welding Instructor at Tolles Technical Center
gets creative with his cartoon character costume.
16. Do not take chances on safety, use common sense and
awareness. Please take care when working around
spectators, they may not be as knowledgeable as you
about safety in the trade, and their welfare is partly DO YOUR OWN TESTING
in your hands.

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