Safety measures and precautions associated with oxy-fuel equipment and gases are explained in a 41-minute video from Smith Equipment, available in CD-ROM or VHS format. Targeting everyone from students to professionals, it discusses all aspects of oxy-fuel cutting, welding, brazing, and heating safety.
The video, entitled Oxy-Fuel Equipment Safety & Operations, features Smith''s new Dual-Guard Torch, which utilizes an in-head flash arrestor combined with three-tube construction to keeps gases separate until they mix in the torch head.
"This video should be viewed by novices and professionals alike," says Bruce Buhler, training and product manager, Smith Equipment. "Students can learn important safety tips about dealing with oxy-fuel equipment and pressurized gases. The video can also serve as an essential teaching tool for professionals, at the same time serving as an important reference."
Topics covered include torch operation and information regarding fuel gas characteristics, proper gas cylinder handling, gas regulation, and personal safety.