Studies on Shielded Metal Arc Welding Environment, Gaseous Emissions During Welding and Its Effect on the Health of Welders

Abstract

In recent years, there has been a greater emphasis on the health and safety of construction workers and others who operate in hazardous situations. Due to the current conditions and severe environmental restrictions enforced by the government, efforts are being made to improve the safety of labourers and skilled workers handling dangerous machinery and equipment. This manuscript attempts to examine the current environmental and safety conditions available in fabrication industries (particularly shielded metal arc welding). The current working circumstances have been studied. The health difficulties that welders encounter as a result of extended exposure to welding fumes, as well as the safety issues that welders face today, were analyzed by conducting a survey in different sites and ranking them using the vikor algorithm. Using this analysis, the important indicators influencing worker health and safety were identified.