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=Soldering Safety = Summarized by Mr. B.

In a Nut Shell:
Soldering is considered a basic technical skill and is relatively easy and safe to perform. However, there are safety concerns that must be considered every time you heat up an iron. These safety concerns include burns, fumes, electrical shock and more. Soldering is an integral part of being an electronics technician and safety is everyone's responsibility.

Vocabulary:

 * __solder__**: a metal alloy of tin and lead with a melting range of 350 to 600 degrees which is melted to join metallic surfaces such as wires and components
 * __flux:__** a substance which facilitates soldering by chemically cleaning the metals to be joined
 * __lead:__** a soft, heavy, and malleable metal often used in solder. Lead produces toxic fumes that can cause health problems with prolonged exposure
 * __MSDS__:** Material Safety Data Sheet. Mandatory information that must accompany almost every chemical in the workplace. An MSDS includes details such as the risks, precautions, and first aid procedures associated with the chemical.
 * __PPE__**: Any example of various safety equipment that workers wear or use to prevent injury in the workplace. Safety glasses are common personal protective equipment.
 * __toxic__**: Poisonous or harmful. Some substances in solder or flux are known to be toxic

Safe Soldering Practices
- Inspect your iron for servicability. Ensure cord and iron are not broken or damaged. - Have all PPE ready. Examples include goggles and gloves - Have a clean, safe, well lit work area - Open a window and door for cross ventilation air flow
 * __Before__**: Before you attempt to solder, get training!

- Always wear your goggles - Never touch the hot part of the iron - Heat travels so be careful of hot components or wires - Avoid breathing fumes - Don't burn your iron's power cord
 * __During__**: Exercise extreme situational awareness to know what you are doing and those around you!

- Allow the iron to cool before storing - Wash bench top and hands
 * __After__**: The job is not complete until the area is clean and all tools properly stored


 * __Examples of PPE:[[image:solder.jpg]]Notice everyone is wearing goggles!

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