I suppose it all depends on where you live - roond here yin wha welds is cried a "Welder," yin wha vapes is cried a "Vaper" and "Vapour," the way we spell it, is whit some cry "Steam" ... jist saying like ... no that it really matters... or as my big pal who posted on the Pipe Smoking Forum I used to Moderate on, would have said, "Today, not one ounce of ferk will be given!
My grandfather was a welder (in an era that preceded all those pesky health and safety considerations). He inhaled vapourized metal traces. This is not recommended.
I've done a lot of metal work and auto restoration/repair (including paint and body) on a hobbyist level. I'd hate to see what all I have breathed in over the years, even with wearing a respirator and protective gear as often as possible.
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