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T-964C
PART TWO - INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 8 - SAFETY
24 EYEBURN
a. DEFINITION - Eyeburn is the painful burning of the eye caused by exposure to
arc rays. To prevent eyeburn it is necessary that the eyes of the weldor, as well
as the eyes of others nearby be shielded by arc-proof glasses. Ordinary sun glasses
or gas-welding goggles do not provide sufficient protection.
b. REMEDY FOR EYEBURN - In case of eyeburn, the eye will not be permanently in
jured, but the pain may be intense for as long as 24 to 48 hours. Immediate relief
may be obtained by placing a drop of Butyn in the affected eye. It acts as an an
aesthetic and lasts about two hours. Two applications are usually sufficient. If
Butyn is not available,- treat the eye with sweet oil once every hour, until the acute
burning sensation has disappeared, during which period the pain may be relieved by
ordinary doses of aspirin. A solution of Argyrol may be used afterward as an aid to
healing, but should be used not more than once every five hours.
2$. PROTECTION FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK - Fundamentally it should be kept constantly in
mind that all electric circuits, whether A.C. or D.C., high or low voltage, are a
potential source of danger. Voltages required for arc welding are low and normally
will not cause injury or severe shock. However, these voltages are sufficiently
high to be potential source of serious shock under certain conditions.
One of the principal dangers from low voltage welding circuits is the assump
tion that they can be handled carelessly, without injurious consequences. The only
way to be safe is to handle any electrical circuit with extreme caution.
High humidity and dampness of the operator's clothing reduce electrical re
sistance and increase the possibility of. noticeable shock from any type of arc weld
ing equipment. For this reason, protective equipment such as gloves, aprons, sleeve
protectors, and jackets should be kept dry and in good repair, and used whenever
welding is being done.
Protection
from
electric
shock
is
dependent
primarily
on
common
sense
and
the
recognition
of
the
dangers
involved.
Pertinent
precautions
which
should
be
observed
are as follows:
a. Check the machine and cable lead insulation every three months for damage
and wear. Use only approved welding cables in good repair.
b. Stand on a dry wooden mat or similar insulating material when welding.
c. Wear jackets or aprons, sleeves, and dry gloves when welding.
d. Do not permit electrode holder to touch bare skin or damp clothing opera
tor may be wearing.
e. Do not put energized electrode holder under arm at any time.
f. Do not touch nearby personnel with electrode or holder at any time.
g. Do not cool hot electrode holders in water. This practice exposes the
operator to electrical shock.
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