Hand Welding Shield
Hand Welding Shield
A hand shield is a type of welding mask that is designed to be hand-held by the observer for a short duration. Where appropriate they may be used in lieu of welding helmets and goggles, which are designed for long-term use and allow both of the welder’s hands to remain free. The hand shields, goggles, and welding helmets are used as a piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) and are designed to protect the eyes from damage due to the heat and light emitted during the welding process. Hand shields and welding helmets also protect the face, neck, and ears against damage from direct heat or welding spatter hazards that are associated with certain welding activities.
- A hand shield is a handheld welding mask that is meant to provide short-term protection
- Protective equipment and clothing are necessary for workers who perform welding tasks.
- In addition to their use in arc welding, face shields also provide protection during plasma arc cutting
- This PPE must be equipped with a suitable filter glass for all electric welding processes.
- A shell that is opaque to light and resistant to heat, electricity, and impact
- A filter lens made of a glass-containing filler material that reduces the amount of light that can pass through to the eyes
- A clear retainer lens that prevents broken pieces of filter lens from reaching the eyes
- They protect the face, neck, and ears from direct radiant energy from the welding arc.
