I.INTRODUCTION
RATIONALE
Metal industry is one of the most rapid growing fields in the market today. Working in the metal industry has a great impact in one’s health and safety. One type of job in this field is welding. It is process that joins metal parts. Welding processes require heat and sometimes other substances to produce the product. Byproduct resulting from the welding process includes fumes, gases and other harmful substances which can be serious health hazards to employees. Moreover, safety hazards can exist such as the potential for fire or explosion and injuries, electrical shock, or materials handling. That is why having a written agreement and proper briefing/ training about the nature of the job is a must before starting a job.
Rules and Regulations should be introduced and briefed properly to each employee to secure one’s safety. Having this printed and well visualize and presented to them reminds them to strictly follow them to avoid accidents.
Clearly, the ultimate goal of safety rules and regulation is to increased safety—in particular, fewer accidents and injuries. Moreover, increasing a system’s level of safety leads to reduced material losses and enhances productivity. This makes the case that safety is good for business.

THEORETICAL BACKGROUND
A health and safety policy sets out your general approach and commitment together with the arrangements you have put in place for managing health and safety in your business. It is a unique document that says who does what, when and how. Your health and safety policy will only be effective if it is acted upon and followed by you and your staff. It should be reviewed regularly (at least annually) or sooner if there are changes to work processes, plant, equipment or staff. (Health and Safety Works NI)
No matter what size your company is, you will need to have certain arrangements, procedures or