Plasma cutters are the most economical multi-use steel profile cutters around, however they need to be handled with care. So that you can enhance productivity, let’s take a look at the basic tenets of plasma cutting safety precautions, so that you can reduce the likelihood of an unexpected, hazardous incident. http://www.shapecut.com.au/blog/basic-safety-precautions-of-using-a-plasma-cutter/

1. BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
OF USING A
PLASMA CUTTER

2. PLASMA CUTTERS
PLASMA CUTTERS ARE THE MOST
ECONOMICAL MULTI-USE STEEL
PROFILE CUTTERS AROUND,
HOWEVER THEY NEED TO BE
HANDLED WITH CARE.
So that you can enhance productivity, let’s
take a look at the basic tenets of plasma
cutting safety precautions, so that you
can reduce the likelihood of an
unexpected, hazardous incident.

3. IN GENERAL,
YOU SHOULD:
» Not allow any unauthorised personnel to
use plasma cutting equipment without
supervision or permission
» Maintain a distance between your work and
cutting area, particularly if items in your
workspace are flammable
» Keep a fire extinguisher handy at all times

4. 1. AVOIDING
ELECTROCUTION
PLASMA CUTTERS, ESPECIALLY THOSE THAT HAVE BUILT IN
INVERTOR TECHNOLOGY, CAN INCREASE THE POWER
OUTPUT LEVELS TO THE POINT OF FATAL SHOCK IF
ELECTROCUTION WERE TO HAPPEN. WE RECOMMEND:
» Ensuring the plasma cutter is grounded and wired properly
» Wearing rubber gloves in addition to welding gloves
» Standing on a rubber mat whilst cutting
» Ensuring the working environment – including the person –
is not wet or have moisture

5. 2. SAFETY AROUND
GROUND CABLES
Faulty wiring in any electrical device can be
dangerous, particularly for plasma cutters.
Always check the functionality of the ground
cable and if there are complications, repair it
with the help of an expert.

6. 3. EYE PROTECTION
FOR ARC RAYS
Plasma cutter arc rays produce severe
infrared and ultraviolet rays, which are
harmful for both the eyes and skin.
Before you begin, ensure your clothing
protects your skin and wear a face shield
or safety glasses fitted with the correct
safety lenses.

7. 4. PROTECTIVE
CLOTHING
AS YOU WILL BE EXPOSING YOURSELF TO HIGH MOLTEN
METAL AND FUMES, IT’S IMPERATIVE YOU SHIELD
YOURSELF WITH PERSONAL PROTECTIVE GEAR.
THESE ARE JUST SOME OF THE CLOTHES THAT SHOULD
BE WORN WHEN WELDING METALS:
» Protective shield or hat that covers the head fully
» Safety shoes, ideally leather top steel toe shoes or boots
» Welding gloves
» Protective eye gear
» Non-flammable welding aprons and clothing

8. 5. PRECAUTIONS TO
LESSEN TOXIC GASSES
AND FUMES
AS THE PLASMA CUTTING
PROCESS PRODUCES FUMES AND
GASSES, IT’S HIGHLY ADVISABLE
THAT WELDERS WORK IN A
WELL-VENTILATED ENVIRONMENT.

9. OUR HIGHLY SKILLED PROFILE
CUTTING TEAM POSSESS YEARS OF
SPECIALISED TRAINING AND FOLLOW
THE MOST UP-TO-DATE SAFETY
PROCESSES WHEN USING PLASMA
CUTTERS, LASER AND OXY CUTTING
TOOLS ON STEEL PLATES.
If you need an expert in high
definition plasma cutting to
help you on your next project,
get in contact with ShapeCUT
today on 1800742 732.

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