IS 818:1968 – Code of Practice for Safety and Health Requirements in Electric and Gas Welding and Cutting Operations
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IS 818:1968 provides comprehensive safety and health requirements for electric welding, gas welding, cutting, brazing, and allied thermal processes. The standard establishes guidelines for the installation, operation, maintenance, fire prevention, ventilation, personal protective equipment (PPE), and health protection measures associated with welding and cutting activities. Its objective is to protect workers from injuries, burns, electric shock, toxic fumes, fire hazards, explosions, and occupational health risks while ensuring safe working conditions in industrial environments.
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