Understanding Welding Injury Claims
Burn types, OSHA violations, and settlements
2026 Welding Statistics
2.8K
Injuries
45
Deaths
$720,000
Avg Value
25%
Eye
Common OSHA Violations
No Eye Protection (1910.252)
Missing welding helmet/goggles
1.5x
multiplier
Inadequate Ventilation
Fume exposure without exhaust
1.4x
multiplier
Fire Watch Failure
No fire watch during hot work
1.4x
multiplier
Defective Equipment
Damaged cables, holders
1.3x
multiplier
No Training
Untrained workers
1.3x
multiplier
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Based on OSHA Welding Standards 1910.252, AWS Safety Guidelines 2026, BLS Occupational Injury Data