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Navigating the Future: Innovations in Weld Fume Extraction

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8/29/24 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm CDT

Event Description

Stay ahead of regulatory changes with an in-depth look at standards on weld fume exposure and the latest innovations in weld fume extraction systems. Experts will provide valuable insights into current regulations, upcoming changes and practical steps to ensure your operations remain compliant.

The webinar will also feature live demonstrations to showcase the different types of fume extraction solutions to consider for various welding applications. Learn about best practices for fume management and discover how engineering controls can enhance safety and efficiency in your workplace.

Key discussion topics will include:

  • How to identify and assess welding fume particulate in your work environment.
  • How to mitigate risk following OSHA’s Hierarchy of Controls, considering the most feasible and effective solution options.
  • Spotlight on different types of fume extraction equipment.
  • Understanding which solutions are right for specific applications and environments.

Speaker

Marshall Legg Marshall Legg , Product Manager, Fume Extraction – Miller Electric

Marshall is the product manager for fume extraction products – including all mobile, stationary and centralized systems – at Miller. He works directly with welders and Miller engineers to identify end-user needs and develop innovative solutions that address and meet those needs.



Kay Rowntree

Kay Rowntree , Owner, Industrial Hygiene Sciences, LLC
Kay Rowntree is the owner of Industrial Hygiene Sciences LLC, an industrial hygiene consulting firm in Waterford, WI. She has over 45 years of experience in the field of industrial hygiene, conducting air and noise exposure assessments, helping employers comply with OSHA regulations and preparing Safety Data Sheets. She is certified by the Board for Global EHS Credentialing in the comprehensive practice of industrial hygiene. She holds a B.S. degree in Bacteriology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a M.S. degree in Environmental Health-Industrial Hygiene specialty from the University of Minnesota.

Tara Broughton Tara Broughton, Safety Solutions Manager, QSSP, Miller Electric
Tara Broughton has spent over 15 years in the industrial safety industry, teaching OSHA regulations and safety requirements in the metal working sector. She has been with Miller Industrial for three years, teaching and training welders in the Southeast and Midsouth regions on the importance of fume awareness and management.


Moderator
Kevin DruleyKevin Druley, Associate Editor, Safety+Health magazine
Kevin is associate editor of Safety+Health and serves as co-host of the magazine’s “On the Safe Side” podcast.