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Hot Work Critical Safety Rules

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Hot Work Critical Safety Rules

Authorize • Control Combustibles • Prevent Fire

OSHA 1910.252 / 1926.352Hot Work • Fire PreventionISO 45001 Framework

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SB-HW-001

Revision 1.0

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Check Before Starting

30 SEC CHECK
Hot Work Permit
Gas Testing
Combustible Check
Fire Watch
Extinguisher
Spark Barriers
Post-Work Watch
01MANDATORY

Hot Work Permit

  • Verify a valid hot work permit.
  • Confirm the work area and scope match the authorization.
  • Stop work and reassess the permit if conditions change.
02MANDATORY

Remove Combustibles

  • Move combustible materials to a safe distance.
  • Protect immovable materials with fire-resistant covers.
  • Check floors, openings and opposite surfaces for spark exposure.
03MANDATORY

Atmospheric Testing

  • Test the atmosphere before work where required.
  • Verify oxygen, flammable-gas and toxic hazards.
  • Use continuous or periodic monitoring when conditions may change.
04MANDATORY

Fire Watch

  • Assign a trained fire watch with no conflicting duties.
  • Ensure all exposed areas remain visible and accessible.
  • Authorize the fire watch to stop work and raise the alarm.
05WARNING

Firefighting Equipment

  • Keep suitable extinguishing equipment immediately available.
  • Verify equipment is inspected and ready for use.
  • Confirm alarm and emergency communication arrangements.
06WARNING

Control Sparks and Heat

  • Confine sparks, slag and hot fragments.
  • Use fire curtains or suitable barriers.
  • Assess heat conduction through walls, pipes and metal surfaces.
07WARNING

Cylinder and Hose Safety

  • Keep cylinders upright, secured and away from heat.
  • Inspect hoses, regulators and connections before use.
  • Keep oxygen equipment free from oil and grease.
08INFORMATION

Post-Work Fire Watch

  • Monitor the area for at least 30 minutes after completion.
  • Check concealed spaces and possible smouldering fires.
  • Do not end the watch until the area is confirmed safe.

Critical Stop Criteria

🛑 Stop Work Now

STOP
×

Stop work immediately if there is no valid hot work permit

×

Stop work if flammable or explosive atmospheric hazards are uncontrolled

×

Stop work if combustibles are not removed or protected

×

Stop work if there is no fire watch or suitable extinguishing equipment

×

Stop work if sparks and hot fragments cannot be contained

Technical Control

Critical Values

10,7 m

Combustible-control distance

30 DK

Minimum post-work fire watch

PERMIT

Written hot-work authorization

WATCH

Trained fire watch

Reference

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.252

Welding, Cutting and Brazing

Personal Protective Equipment

Required PPE

🥽

Welding Helmet

EN 175

👓

Safety Glasses

EN 166

🧤

Heat-Resistant Gloves

EN 407

🥾

Leather Footwear

EN ISO 20349

🧥

Flame-Resistant Clothing

EN ISO 11611

Engineering controls first, personal protection second.