APD Pengelasan K3 (Keselamatan & Kesehatan Kerja)

Summary

This educational video on workplace safety emphasizes the importance of personal protective equipment (PPE) during welding operations. It covers essential gear, such as welding helmets, safety glasses, aprons, respirators, ear protection, gloves, and safety shoes, highlighting their roles in preventing injuries and health risks associated with welding, such as burns, respiratory issues, and hearing damage. Additionally, it provides guidance on responding to workplace accidents and proper use of fire extinguishers. The video underscores the necessity of using appropriate PPE to avoid work-related accidents, promoting a culture of safety in the workplace.

Takeaways

• 🛡️ Always use a welding helmet to protect your head from arc flash and gas burns during welding.
• 👓 Wear appropriate safety glasses with the right level of tint to prevent infrared damage to the eyes.
• 🔥 Use an apron or welding jacket to shield your body from high temperatures and molten metal splashes.
• 😷 A respirator is essential to protect your respiratory system from harmful fumes, dust, and gas emissions during welding.
• 🔊 Hearing protection is necessary to safeguard your eardrums from loud noises typically found in welding environments.
• 🧤 Use leather gloves to protect your hands from heat and radiation during welding operations.
• 👢 When performing SMAW, GM, or plasma cutting, opt for long leather gloves; for GTAW, shorter soft leather gloves are suitable.
• 👟 Safety shoes made of rubber are important for protecting your feet from molten metal splashes, providing flexibility and high insulation.
• 🚑 In the event of a workplace accident, assess the injury and provide first aid using the first aid kit if needed.
• 🔥 For fire emergencies, follow the four-step procedure for using a fire extinguisher: pull the pin, aim at the base of the fire, squeeze the handle, and sweep side to side.

Q & A

What is the purpose of using a welding helmet?

A welding helmet protects the head from arc flashes and gas burns, preventing serious injuries such as blindness from intense light.

Why is it important to wear safety goggles during welding?

Safety goggles with appropriate tinting shield the eyes from harmful infrared rays that can cause corneal damage.

What role does a welding apron or jacket play in safety?

A welding apron or jacket protects the body from high temperatures and molten metal splashes, reducing the risk of burn injuries.

How does a respirator contribute to a welder's safety?

A respirator safeguards the respiratory system from harmful fumes, smoke, and dust, preventing breathing difficulties caused by toxic substances.

What type of ear protection is recommended in welding environments?

Ear protection is recommended to prevent noise-induced hearing loss in environments where welding generates high levels of noise.

What materials should welding gloves be made from?

Welding gloves should be made from leather to protect hands from heat and radiation, with specific designs for different welding techniques.

What characteristics should safety shoes have for welders?

Safety shoes should be made of flexible materials like rubber to protect feet from molten metal splashes and provide insulation and durability.

What should you do immediately after witnessing a workplace accident?

Approach the injured person, assess their injury, check their consciousness, and provide first aid using a first aid kit if necessary.

What are the four steps for using a fire extinguisher (APAR)?

The four steps are: 1) Pull the safety pin, 2) Aim at the base of the fire, 3) Squeeze the handle to release the extinguishing agent, 4) Sweep the nozzle from side to side.

Why is it essential to always use the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) in welding?

Using the correct PPE is essential to minimize the risks of accidents and injuries, ensuring a safer working environment during welding operations.