Welding combines several serious hazards at once: intense UV/IR radiation, molten spatter, sparks, fumes, and heat. A welder without the right PPE is exposed to all of these at once.
This guide gives a complete welding PPE checklist. At Kewalson, we stock trusted brands like Karam for every part of the welding safety kit.
Why Welding PPE Cannot Be Skipped
Arc welding produces UV radiation strong enough to cause "arc eye" within minutes of unprotected exposure. Under the Factories Act 1948, employers must provide complete protective equipment for hazardous processes like welding.
The Complete Welding PPE Checklist
1. Welding Helmets & Auto-Darkening Filters
Protects eyes and face from radiation and spatter, darkening instantly when an arc strikes.
Best for: MIG, TIG, arc welding
2. Welding Eyewear & Flip-Up Goggles
Kewalson stocks the Karam ES-004 IR 11 Flip Up Window Welding Protective Eyewear.
Best for: Gas welding, brazing, cutting
3. Welding Face Shields
Combine full face coverage with a shaded viewing window.
Best for: Grinding near welding, spatter protection
4. Welding Gloves
Leather gloves resist heat, sparks, and spatter while allowing dexterity.
Best for: MIG, TIG, arc welding
5. Leather Apron & Sleeves
Shield the torso and arms from spatter and radiant heat.
Best for: Overhead welding, heavy fabrication
6. Respiratory Protection
Essential in enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces where fumes contain metal particulates.
Best for: Confined space, stainless/galvanised welding
Welding PPE by Hazard
|
Hazard |
PPE Required |
|
UV/IR Radiation |
Auto-darkening helmet, shaded eyewear |
|
Spatter & Sparks |
Leather gloves, apron, sleeves, face shield |
|
Fumes |
Respirator with appropriate filter rating |
BIS Standards for Welding PPE in India
IS 1179 - Equipment for eye/face protection during welding.
IS 9167 - Welders' protective gear including helmets and shields.
IS 8521 - Filters and filter plates for welding eye protectors.
Welding PPE Products at Kewalson
|
Product |
Best For |
Brand |
|
Karam ES-004 Flip Up Window Welding Eyewear |
Gas welding, brazing |
Karam |
|
Karam ES61 Flip Up Window Welding Face Shield |
Welding with spatter risk |
Karam |
Browse the full range in Head, Eye & Face Protection and Goggles at Kewalson.
How to Choose the Right Welding PPE
|
Step |
What to Check |
|
1. Identify process |
MIG/TIG/arc - auto-darkening helmet; gas welding - flip-up eyewear |
|
2. Match shade level |
To the welding current and process |
|
3. Choose gloves/aprons |
Rated for the heat and spatter level |
|
4. Add respiratory protection |
For confined/poorly ventilated spaces |
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5. Replace when needed |
Cracked helmet, pitted lens, slow ADF sensor |
Final Thoughts
At Kewalson, explore our full Head, Eye & Face Protection range, and pair it with Hand Protection and Respiratory Protection.
Shop Now → kewalson.com/collections/ppe-head-eye-face-protection
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the most important PPE item for welding?
Eye and face protection, since arc radiation can cause immediate corneal damage.
Q2. Do I need a respirator for welding?
Yes, especially for stainless/galvanised metal or confined spaces.
Q3. What BIS standard applies to welding eye protection in India?
IS 1179, or equivalent EN 175/EN 379.
Q4. Can I use regular safety goggles instead of welding-shade goggles?
No, only correctly shaded lenses protect against arc eye.
Q5. How often should welding gloves and aprons be replaced?
Once they show burn holes, thinning, or stiffened, cracked leather.
