Personal safety equipment for welding
An auto-darkening welding helmet is the most important piece of welding equipment. Its primary purpose is to protect your eyes from the flash of the arc. Its other purpose is to protect your face and neck from welding radiation and sparks.
Welding typically involves sparks and spatter of molten metal flying in every direction, so it's important to protect not just the face but the rest of the body as well. A heat-resistant jacket, welding apron and long-sleeved cotton shirt are all essential.