Environmental & Safety Aspects of Welding in 2000 AD

Abstract

Welding is over two centuries old and in few years enters 2000 AD. All Technological Advancements have blessed this section of Engineering and presently more & more emphasis are given onto the Safety & Environmental Aspects to make Welding Truly “Eco-friendlyâ€. In the present article, the author has endeavoured to unveil the curtain over the great centre-stage - the subject covers Safety & Environmental Data related to Welding & Metal Joining have been discussed. Welding Fumes & its Extractions, Local Exhaust Systems, Medical & Health Hazards faced by the Welders, Occupational Hygienes in Welding - are other few subjects the author has touched upon.