This post curates helpful links for welding safety and for structural steel fabricators. All resources are external and free to access.
Welding Safety
- AWS/ANSI Z49.1 – Safety in Welding, Cutting and Allied Processes
- Lincoln Electric – Welding Safety Video Series and Resources
- Miller Welds – Proper Handling of Compressed Gas Cylinders (Video)
Resources for Structural Steel Fabricators
American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)
- Code of Standard Practice for Structural Steel Buildings and Bridges (ANSI/AISC 303‑22)
- AISC Steel Construction Manual
- AISC Detailing Manual
- Detailer Training Series Online Course (Free)
- AISC Steel Tools – welded connections
- Governing Requirements for Certification Programs
American Welding Society (AWS)
- AWS B5.17:2014 – Specification for the Qualification of Welding Fabricators
- AWS QC17:2015 – Specification for AWS Accreditation of Certified Welding Fabricators
Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety