--- title: Welding Fume Control description: When it comes to welding fume, all efforts should be made to mitigate the risks where possible. 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In January 2024, the Workplace Exposure Standard (WES) for welding fumes was reduced by 80% and made legally enforceable, placing greater responsibility on employers.   ## WHAT THIS MEANS Further changes are coming in December 2026, when WES will be replaced by Workplace Exposure Limits (WEL), aligning Australia with global standards and significantly lowering allowable exposure levels for many hazardous components. Alongside this, the adoption of *AS/NZS ISO 21904* in March 2026 introduces new requirements for welding fume extraction equipment. These changes will directly impact how businesses manage welding fume exposure. 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