Metal fabrication: Improving safety through welding and grinding task layout and design

What it contains

Improving safety through layout and design in the metal fabrication industry covers many workplace factors, including welding and grinding tasks. Creating the safe layout of a welding or grinding workstation or area depends on the worker’s task. This document outlines ways workplaces can improve safety in the industry. It explains:

• general considerations for workplace and equipment safety
• how to safely design for welding in the workplace
• how to safely design for grinding in the workplace