Welder Safety Practices & Equipment Handling

Question 1

What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for every welding task?

Accepted Answer

Welding helmet and flame-resistant gear

Answer

Plastic goggles

Answer

Short-sleeve cotton shirts

Answer

Open-toed boots

Question 2

Which hazard is most associated with arc welding?

Accepted Answer

Arc flash

Answer

Electric shock

Answer

Trip hazards

Answer

Dehydration

Question 3

What is the purpose of using a welding curtain in a workshop?

Accepted Answer

To shield from arc light and sparks

Answer

To block wind

Answer

For privacy

Answer

To reflect more light

Question 4

Which fire extinguisher type is most suitable for welding areas?

Accepted Answer

Class C or ABC

Answer

Class A only

Answer

Class D only

Answer

Water spray only

Question 5

Before starting any welding task, what must always be checked?

Accepted Answer

If the area and equipment are safe

Answer

If the welder is hungry

Answer

If it’s the right metal color

Answer

If the work table is painted

Question 6

Why should oxygen cylinders be stored separately from fuel gas cylinders?

Accepted Answer

To minimize explosion risks

Answer

To make them easier to find

Answer

To reduce spark generation

Answer

To prevent corrosion

Question 7

What is the best practice when handling hot work materials?

Accepted Answer

Use gloves or tools

Answer

Use bare hands carefully

Answer

Cool the material with water

Answer

Wait one minute then pick it up

Question 8

Which type of gloves should be worn while welding?

Accepted Answer

Leather welding gloves

Answer

Latex gloves

Answer

Wool gloves

Answer

Cotton gloves

Question 9

What should you do if you detect a gas leak in a welding area?

Accepted Answer

Shut off gas and ventilate

Answer

Light a match to locate the leak

Answer

Continue welding as usual

Answer

Ignore it and report later