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What is the definition of safety glasses?

Protective eyewear, usually made of thick plastic, that shields the eyes from flying debris. Safety glasses should be worn while soldering.

Learn more about safety glasses in the class "Safety for Soldering 115" below.

Safety for Soldering 115

Soldering Department

Class Information

Tooling U classes are offered at the beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.
The typical class consists of 12 to 25 lessons and typically requires at least two hours of instruction time.

Class Name	Safety for Soldering 115
Description	This class describes common safety hazards and precautions for soldering applications.
Prerequisites	none
Difficulty	Beginner
Number of Lessons	12

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Class Outline

Class Objectives

Objectives

What Is Soldering Safety?

Soldering Iron Safety

Working Safely with Solder

Dangers of Lead Exposure

Avoiding Toxic Fumes

Reducing Risk from Electricity

Fire Prevention

If Fire Occurs

Workstation Safety

Ergonomics for Soldering

Summary

Define soldering safety.

Describe safety precautions for using a soldering iron.

Describe safety precautions for working with solder.

Describe potential hazards of lead exposure.

Describe ways to avoid toxic fumes while soldering.

Describe ways to reduce risk while working with electricity.

Describe ways to prevent fires while soldering.

Describe safe procedures for dealing with workplace fires.

Describe safe practices for a soldering workstation.

Describe ways to improve ergonomics for soldering.

Class Vocabulary

Term	Definition
alloy	A uniform mixture of two or more materials, one of which must be a metal.
bench mat	A static-resistant work surface that can be used while soldering to reduce the risk of ESD. Bench mats often come with wrist straps attached.
benchtop fume extractor	A device designed to remove harmful fumes caused by solder and flux from the soldering workstation by filtering the air.
dry chemical extinguisher	A fire extinguisher filled with a flame-retardant powder, which separates fuel from oxygen. Dry chemical extinguishers are used to extinguish electrical fires.
electrostatic discharge	A discharge of static electricity that can potentially cause injury or damage components while soldering, abbreviated as ESD.
ergonomics	The study of designing devices and arranging workspaces to decrease operator discomfort or fatigue and increase productivity.
ESD-safe	Equipment that is designed to reduce electrostatic discharge. ESD-safe wrist straps and bench mats are often used while soldering.
flux	A substance which facilitates soldering, brazing, and welding by chemically cleaning the metals to be joined.
fume	A cloud of particles suspended in a gas. Applications such as soldering that emit fumes require proper ventilation.
grounded outlet	An outlet with three holes that is used for plugs with grounding prongs. A grounded outlet reduces the risk of electrical damage if a short circuit occurs in electrical equipment.
grounding prong	A rounded metal projection on the plug for an electrical device. A grounding prong fits in the third hole of a grounded outlet to reduce the risk of electrical damage if a short circuit occurs in electrical equipment.
joint	The point at which two metals are fused together by hot liquid solder, which cools and solidifies to form the joint.
lead	A soft, heavy, and malleable metal often used in solder. Lead produces toxic fumes that can cause health problems with prolonged exposure.
Material Safety Data Sheet	MSDS. Mandatory information that must accompany almost every chemical in the workplace except for items like cleaning supplies. An MSDS includes details such as the risks, precautions, and first aid procedures associated with the chemical.
nonflammable	A substance or surface that is not easily ignited.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration	The United States government agency that regulates the conditions in working environments to ensure the health and safety of employees. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration is abbreviated as OSHA.
P.A.S.S. technique	A common procedure for operating a fire extinguisher. P.A.S.S. is an acronym for PULL, AIM, SQUEEZE, and SWEEP.
personal protective equipment	Any example of various safety equipment that workers wear or use to prevent injury in the workplace. Safety glasses are common personal protective equipment (PPE).
safety glasses	Protective eyewear, usually made of thick plastic, that shields the eyes from flying debris. Safety glasses should be worn while soldering.
safety gloves	Protective hand covers that reduce the risk of injury and exposure to high temperature substances or toxic chemicals.
solder	A metal alloy, with a melting point or melting range below 840° F (450° C), which is melted to join metallic surfaces. Solder can release toxic fumes when heated.
soldering	A process in which a filler metal is melted at temperatures below 840° F (450° C) to form a joint between two base metals. Soldering is often used for delicate projects such as jewelry and electronics.
soldering iron	An instrument used to transfer heat to a metal surface in order to melt solder and form a joint or circuit.
toxic	Poisonous or harmful. Some substances in solder or flux are known to be toxic.
wrist strap	A static-resistant wrist band that can be worn while soldering to reduce the risk of ESD.

What is the definition of safety glasses?

Protective eyewear, usually made of thick plastic, that shields the eyes from flying debris. Safety glasses should be worn while soldering.Learn more about safety glasses in the class "Safety for Soldering 115" below.

Safety for Soldering 115

Soldering Department

Protective eyewear, usually made of thick plastic, that shields the eyes from flying debris. Safety glasses should be worn while soldering.

Learn more about safety glasses in the class "Safety for Soldering 115" below.