ARC WELDING SAFETY -

ARC WELDING SAFETY

Arc welding is a safe occupation when sufficient measures are taken to protect the welder from potential hazards. When these measures are overlooked or ignored, however, welders can encounter such dangers as electric shock, overexposure to fumes and gases, arc radiation, and fire and explosion; which may result in serious, or even fatal injuries. This bulletin is written with the arc welding operator in mind, containing both mandatory safety practices and those based on shop experience.

Advance Offers Gas Scholarships for College Freshmen

Advance Auto Parts is giving 10 incoming freshmen four-year “Fuel Rides to College,” with four years of Shell gas.

Advance Auto Parts is looking to help advance the education of incoming college freshmen, and ease their financial burden, by awarding “fuel rides” in the form of four years of Shell gasoline.

In addition to awarding 10 incoming freshmen four-year “Fuel Rides to College,” the company will also give 20 incoming freshmen a $100 Advance gift card to stock up on essentials to help keep their automobile in shape this school year. Incoming college freshmen can visit AAPFuelRide.com through Aug. 18 to enter, win and review rules.

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