Abstract: A personal welding enclosure has a rigid support frame and a tent-like enclosure defining an inner work chamber. The enclosure, which is supported by the rigid frame, is beneficially formed from impermeable, flame-proof and/or flame-resistant fabric having desired strength, durability and thermal insulation characteristics. A pneumatic automatic shut off control system monitors variables in and around the enclosure, alerts personnel to the existence of potentially unsafe conditions within the enclosure and automatically terminates welding and/or other hot-work when an unsafe condition is detected.