Before lighting the torch for the first time each day, the cutting outfit should be purged.

Before lighting the torch for the first time each day, the cutting outfit should be purged.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only after use
• D. Only if tested previously

Answer: (A)

Purging clears air, moisture, and any residual gas from the hoses and torch so the flame starts from a known, safe condition. Since the cutting outfit sits unused overnight, air and moisture can accumulate in the lines; purging before lighting first thing each day removes that buildup and reduces the risk of a flashback or an explosive mixture when ignition occurs. While purging is also done after shutdown or when changing gas supplies, starting the day with a purge ensures a safe start. Waiting to purge only after use or only if something was tested previously doesn’t provide that initial safe condition for the day's first light.

Purging clears air, moisture, and any residual gas from the hoses and torch so the flame starts from a known, safe condition. Since the cutting outfit sits unused overnight, air and moisture can accumulate in the lines; purging before lighting first thing each day removes that buildup and reduces the risk of a flashback or an explosive mixture when ignition occurs. While purging is also done after shutdown or when changing gas supplies, starting the day with a purge ensures a safe start. Waiting to purge only after use or only if something was tested previously doesn’t provide that initial safe condition for the day's first light.