Welding Safety Tips – How To Complete A Hazard Assessment

There are many potential hazards within a shipyard. Your welders, for example, are often working in tight spaces with hot materials, fire, and heavy safety gear. They need to be trained with their specific equipment and given the tools they need to be safe on the job. So how can you complete a hazard assessment for your welders and […]

Should You Be Wearing Contacts While Welding?

Anyone who wears contacts understands the challenges of poor vision. But is it safe to wear your contacts while welding? In many cases, there are jobs that can’t be done when you wear contacts and it’s preferable to wear glasses, safety glasses or goggles. But welding is not one of those jobs. It’s safe to […]

Dangers of Working in Shipyards and How To Prepare Yourself

Working in a shipyard certainly has inherent risks when it comes to safety, but that doesn’t mean you have to go in unprepared or work with a company that won’t take safety seriously. What are the most common dangers working in a shipyard and how can you prepare yourself ahead of time? Before you start […]

Here Are the Top Welding Safety Hazards and How to Avoid Them

Welding is a fantastic job opportunity for someone interested in working within the shipbuilding industry. It is a specialized position requiring specific training and experience. However, even with the best possible training, it’s possible to make critical mistakes to cause safety issues on the job. To avoid the top welding safety hazards, we’ve created this […]