Hot Work Safety

Managing the fire and explosion risks associated with hot work activities

Course Overview

This course provides learners with an understanding of the hazards associated with hot work activities such as welding, cutting, grinding and soldering. Learners will explore fire triangle principles, ignition sources, hot work permit requirements, fire watch responsibilities and post-work inspections. The course is suitable for anyone involved in, authorising or supervising hot work operations.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand the hazards associated with hot work activities
• Identify ignition sources and fire risks created by hot work
• Apply hot work permit requirements correctly
• Prepare work areas to minimise fire risk
• Understand fire watch and post-work inspection requirements
• Recognise when to stop work and raise an alarm
• Support effective hot work safety management

Course Structure (3 topics, 9 lessons)