HOT WORK RESPONSIBILITIES
WORK AT HEIGHT SAFETY TRAINING
In industry, the operations
that create a spark or flame such as welding and soldering are referred to as
hot work. As these activities are critical in nature, special precautions are necessary
to perform hot work safely. Hot work procedures must be understood by all operators
and site managers and all site employees should be familiar with basic safe work
practices.
Roles and Responsibilities
Employee:
Use equipment safely
Alert affected employees of hot work activities being conducted in their
area
Ensure hot work activities are conducted in compliance with the Standard
Obtain a completed Hot Work Permit from their supervisor
Obtain approval from Permit Authorizing Authority before commencing hot
work activities
Cease operations if unsafe conditions arise
Have a fire extinguisher readily available
Complete hot work training prior to conducting any hot work activities
Wear all required personal protective equipment
Ensure competent person examines and certify the hot work equipment’s
before start using it.
Clear all the combustible materials around the hot work area.
Barricade the hot work area
Fire Watch:
Alert affected employees of hot work activities
Ensure safe work practices are maintained during hot work operations
Stop work if the hot work operations become unsafe
Have a fire extinguisher readily available
Confined Space Entry Safety Procedure
Be familiar with the site procedures for sounding an alarm
Activate the site alarm if a fire starts
Extinguish small fires if it is safe to do so
Site Manager
Authorize hot work permits
Coordinate fire protection system
Major provisions to be ensured during Hot Work
Fire and explosion prevention
Safe Storage & Handling of compressed gas cylinders
Personnel Protection
Health protection & ventilation
Key Discussion points during the Tool Box Talk
How long must Fire Watch monitor after operations have stopped?
Is lighting a torch with a match or lighter safe?
Do you remove electrodes from holder when not welding?
CONFINED SPACE SAFETY WITH CASE STUDY
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