HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
The composition and quantity of welding fumes and gases can be influenced by such factors as the process being utilized, the material being welded, electrode type used, condition of base material being welding on, type of exhaust and the presence of contaminates in the atmosphere.
The percent and form of the fume and gas decomposition generated while being consumed are different than the hazardous ingredients listed in HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS. New compounds of fume and gas not in the consumables may form. Decomposition products are a combination of the ingredients listed in HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS and the variable factors stated above.
Ozone and nitrogen oxides may be formed by the radiation from the arc. Gaseous reaction products may include carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: The ACGIH recommended limit for welding fume is 5 mg/m3.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: short-term Overexposure (acute) to welding fumes my result in such discomfort as: dryness or irritation of the nose, throat, or eyes, dizziness or nausea. Long-term Overexposure (chronic) may lead to siderosis and affect pulmonary function. Arc rays can injure eyes and burn skin. Electric shock can kill. Noise can damage hearing.
EMERGENCY & FIRST AID PROCEDURES: Call for medical aid. Employ first aid techniques by the American Red Cross.

THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: The ACGIH recommended limit for welding fume is 5 mg/m3.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: short-term Overexposure (acute) to welding fumes my result in such discomfort as: dryness or irritation of the nose, throat, or eyes, dizziness or nausea. Long-term Overexposure (chronic) may lead to siderosis and affect pulmonary function. Arc rays can injure eyes and burn skin. Electric shock can kill. Noise can damage hearing.
EMERGENCY & FIRST AID PROCEDURES: Call for medical aid. Employ first aid techniques by the American Red Cross.
CARCINOGENIC: Chromium and Nickel and their compounds are listed by the IARC and the NTP as posing a carcinogenic risk to humans.