Burns are (obviously) the most common injury to welders. Welding arcs can quickly burn the skin and eyes.
Protect yourself from UV and IR radiation exposure with products designed specifically to protect welders from common work-related injuires.
Welder's masks and cutting goggles are designed to protect from intense light, debris and flying particles. Use heavy, flame-resistant pigskin gloves to protect hands and wrists while leather aprons, cowhide leggings and flame-resistant cotton sleeves help ensure stray sparks don't catch clothing on fire.