Safety

Precautions and Safe Practices for Welding and Cutting Gas

Always read the safety information and the material Safety data Sheet (MSDS) supplied by the manufacturers of gas, materials and equipment used in welding operations. This information will recommend safe practices that will protect you from health hazards, such as fumes, gases, and arc burns. Recommendations concerning ventilation and protective devices should be carefully followed.

To weld and cut safely, you must have a thorough knowledge of the welding process and equipment you will be using, and all of the hazards involved.

 

Downloadable Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

WARNING:

USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN TRANSPORTING ANY CYLINDER.

Never load any cylinder into enclosed vehicles such as cars, vans, trucks, trailers or campers due to HIGH RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE.

Cap all cylinders with threaded necking before storage or transport. For 24-Hour Chemical Emergency Response During Transport Call 1-800-535-5053.