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Two employees were using a magnethermic brazing machine which is pre-heated from 800 to 1200 degrees to silver solder carbide metal parts.  Photo ID: 1480
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Category:

Chemical Hazards

Hazard:

Exposure to an airborne concentration of Cadmium in excess of five micrograms per cubic meter of air (5ug/m3)

Standard Violated:

39CFR1910.1027(c)

Corrective Action:

Effective engineering and workpractice controls

Description:

Two employees were using a magnethermic brazing machine which is pre-heated from 800 to 1200 degrees to silver solder carbide metal parts.