Thanks for the replies. I never really thought about the guys who weld underwater, but never really thought they act welded. The main reason for the post was I was watching Iron Resurrection on Motortrend and two guys were welding a frame and the helper got shocked. They said something about being grounded, but I don't remember exactly what they said. Gloves are a good idea, I have never worn them in the past. In the summer, I even weld in mesh shorts, not the best idea I know. The only real problem I ever had was when I was a kid, maybe 15. I was welding in bellbottom jeans and the frayed edges caught fire. With a non dimming welding helmet on I didn't know it until it got hot. Kind of funny in hindsight.
Thanks again, hope to start in tomorrow, I've been watching my grandkids over Easter Break.
