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Life-threatening danger for wearers of active implanted cardiac
devices
Danger for workers at particular risk within the meaning of the
EMF directive
Persons at particular risk within the meaning of the EMF directive are:
– Workers with active implanted medical devices
– Workers with passive implanted medical devices that contain metal
– Workers with medical devices worn on the body
– Pregnant workers.
‹ Never operate the stud welding machine if you are among the group
of workers at particular risk within the meaning of the EMF directive.
‹ In this case, never remain in the vicinity of the stud welding machine
during welding.
‹ Never operate the stud welding machine if persons are located
nearby who are among the group of workers at particular risk within
the meaning of the EMF directive.
Strong electromagnetic fields are produced in the vicinity of the stud
welding machine during welding. These fields can adversely affect the
function of medical devices as well as the course of a pregnancy.
Danger from fumes and airborne particulates
‹ Switch on the welding fume extractor at the place of work.
‹ Ensure that the room is well ventilated.
‹ Never weld in rooms with a ceiling height of less than 3 m.
‹ Observe furthermore your working instructions and the accident
prevention regulations.
This will help to avoid health damage due to fumes and airborne parti-
culates.
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