The OSHA Hierarchy of Controls provides an effective framework for reducing weld fume exposure and addressing workplace hazards.
Generate Less Fume
The first and most effective level is removing welding from your operation, which is not feasible in most cases. Process changes and more effective filler metal choices significantly reduce weld fume exposure and are more practical to implement.
Capture Fume As It’s Generated
Engineering controls capture fume as it’s generated, reducing exposure to the welder, the environment and other workers.
Solutions
Bernard Clean Air E™ Fume Extraction MIG Guns
FILTAIR® Fume Extraction
Improve the Way People Weld
Comprehensive welding safety training empowers welders to position themselves correctly, operate equipment with confidence, and minimize rework all of which help reduce fume exposure and fume generation.
Solutions
Protect the Welder From Exposure
Essential when other controls arenʼt feasible or are still being implemented.
Solutions
Half Masks
PAPR
SAR Systems