TIG Unit 28 moodle questions

TIG Unit 28 moodle questions

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Welding electrodes

• Stored correctly to ensure they are not damaged

This is an example of avoiding cross contamination of welding electrodes. Label the storage containers and store the correct wire/rod in each tube.

Storage can also be in a cabinet, with each shelf for a particular metal. This prevents dirt and debris landing on the electrodes and keeps them stored separately (segregated).

Untidy work areas

• Can cause accidents

• Can have damaged equipment

• Can loose equipment

Switching off the power supply or isolating welding sets will help prevent the chance of electric shock

Poll

Why is the storage location of electrodes important?

• Preserve their condition

• Welds better

• avoid cross contamination

• Creates weld defects

Poll

Why is it important to store welding cables and equipment correctly at the end of work activities?

• To avoid damage to the equipment

• To make it easier for equipment to be stolen

• It's not my responsibility

• To avoid loosing equipment

Multiple Select

Why is it important to isolate the electrical supply to the welding set after welding?

• To minimise the chance of electric shock

• To make it awkward for the next person

• It helps save power

• Because my boss tells me to