Safety Precautions

These safety precautions contain the basic information needed to install, operate, maintain, and repair our equipment. They are short, direct, clear, and simple. These precautions are the backbone of every Owner's Manual we produce. They cover most hazards you may encounter and explain briefly how to avoid them. Included at the end of each is a list of safety references so you can find more complete information if you need it.

Safety Quick-Guide, For Arc Welding and Cutting the Safe Way

This clear, simple, picture-based guide evolved from our years of experience in safety and precautionary labeling, and is based upon NEMA, AWS, ANSI, and NFPA standards. Full of practical, easy-to-read advice, the guide covers a wide range of hazardous situations. Miller is proud to offer you this concise safety guide covering these important topics:

• General safe practices
• Arc welding hazards
• Engine hazards
• Plasma arc cutting hazards
• Trailer safety
• Special situations & equipment
• Principal safety standards
• Lens shade selector guide
• Weld cable selector guide

Other Safety Resources

These organizations provide in-depth information about a variety of safety topics. They are all seasoned, mature, and have stood the test of time in bringing accurate, complete information to all who use them. We recommend you consult them for all your safety needs.

The following links are provided for the convenience of our customers. Miller Electric makes no representations or warranties regarding the content or availability of these resources. Any concerns regarding these sites should be directed to the particular organization.

	American Welding Society (AWS) Devoted to promoting welding and related processes, and to supporting all those who contribute to the industry, with links to related sites and services.
	www.aws.org
	AWS Safety and Health Fact Sheets Guidelines, definitions, and facts to help you gain knowledge about being safe in the workplace. Topics range from Fumes and Gases, to Ergonomics in the Welding environment, to pacemakers and other implanted medical devices.
	www.aws.org/technical/facts/
	SkillsUSA A national organization serving more than 264,500 high school and college students and professional members enrolled in training programs in technical, skilled, and service occupations, including health occupations.
	www.skillsusa.org
	National Electrical Manufactures Association (NEMA) National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) is a professional organization that provides a forum for the standardization of electrical equipment, enabling consumers to select from a range of safe, effective, and compatible electrical products.
	www.nema.org
	National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) The mission of the international nonprofit NFPA is to reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life by providing and advocating consensus codes and standards, research, training, and education.
	www.nfpa.org and www.sparky.org
	Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHA) The mission of OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Association, is to save lives, prevent injuries and protect the health of America's workers.
	www.osha.gov
	The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) mission is to protect human health and to safeguard the natural environment - air, water, and land.
	www.epa.gov