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E. Specialist: HVACR – pipefitting and welding A free question from our original HS&E PFW practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.

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You are arc welding with MMA in a workshop.

What does HSE say about noise?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Most arc welding can harm hearing
  2. B. Welding is always quiet, so ignore noise
  3. C. Only grinding is noisy, never welding or cutting
  4. D. Noise only matters outdoors
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Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. HSE says that, except for TIG, electric arc welding generates harmful levels of noise. Hearing protection is the main control where noise can't be eliminated.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Most arc welding generates harmful noise.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Arc welding can be noisy too.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Noise harms hearing anywhere.

Explanation

Except for TIG, arc welding can be noisy enough to harm hearing.

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