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Where must the work lead be firmly attached?

To the work.

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  1. To the electrode holder
  2. To the gas cylinder
  3. To the work ✔

Why: The work lead completes the circuit from the work back to the machine. OSHA says it must be firmly attached to the work.

Huh, didn't know that: OSHA also notes special attention shall be given to safety ground connections of portable machines.

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Answer: To the work. The work lead completes the circuit from the work back to the machine. OSHA says it must be firmly attached to the work.

  1. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.254 Arc welding and cutting www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.254
    The work lead shall be firmly attached to the work
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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