Here it is December, and we’re talking about hot work. No, we aren’t talking about working when it’s hot—but, ... Hot Work Done Right. Look at safety equipment first.

Hot work equipment such as gas cylinders, hoses, leads, and torches shall be properly maintained, secured, stored, transported, and used at all times Proper personal protective equipment (i.e.

Hot work should not be performed if the work can be avoided or performed in a safer manner. When practical, objects to be welded, cut, or heated must be moved ... Ensure that all cutting and welding ...

Ensure that a hot work permit is issued prior to the start of work; Ensure that all cutting and welding equipment is in good repair; Ensure that employees are properly trained in the operation of the ...

Poorly maintained hot-work equipment, such as hoses or connections that leak gas, is another prime culprit. Before starting any hot-work job, contractors and their clients should discuss the planned ...

Hot work is covered by 29CFR 1910.252 and NFPA 51B. The United States averages 12,630 hot work fires resulting in $308.9 million in property damages and 31 deaths per year. Hot work is regularly ...

Hot work that is performed on pipes or other metal that is in contact with combustible walls, partitions, ceilings, ... tanks, or other containers and equipment that have previously contained such ...

Hot Work Permit Request . Faculty or staff use this form to request approval to use open flame; for the use of electric arc equipment, plasma cutters, welding; or other types of heat generating work ...

Hot Work Roles and Responsibilities. Person Performing Hot Work: Records time started on posted permit.Records time finished after hot work is complete. Dedicated Fire Watch: A person(s) dedicated to ...

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