Safety & CodesQuestion 103 of 110
Personal protective equipment (PPE) commonly required when brazing refrigerant lines includes what?
a.Only a dust mask
b.Eye protection and appropriate gloves, with attention to ventilation
c.No protection is needed
d.Hearing protection only
Explanation
Brazing produces intense heat, bright light, and potentially harmful fumes, so eye protection, gloves, and adequate ventilation are needed. Nitrogen purging reduces harmful phosgene-type byproducts from certain fluxes and coatings. Cal/OSHA requires appropriate PPE for the hazards present.
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