Fabrication, quality, inspection and safety

Occupational health and safety

For occupational safety, hexavalent chromium in respirable fume and dust must be monitored. It must not be confused with alloying chromium contained in the base material.

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Topic overview

For occupational safety, hexavalent chromium in respirable fume and dust must be monitored. It must not be confused with alloying chromium contained in the base material.

What the module covers

  • Welding safety — hazards and standards framework
  • Hexavalent chromium — chemical notation
  • Where Cr(VI) can be expected during welding
Educational content does not replace current standards, approved WPS/WPQR documentation or decisions by competent welding coordination personnel.