SAFE SYSTEM OF WORK

&
PERMIT TO WORK SYSTEM
WHAT IS A SAFE SYSTEM OF WORK
• SSOW can be defined as a formal step by step
description of job, task or process considering
the hazards likely to be encountered.

• It details the precautions required to eliminate

or reduce the risk to individuals working on
these jobs, tasks or processes
WHAT IS A SAFE SYSTEM OF WORK
• It will ensure that the task aspect of the People,
Equipment, Materials and Environment are fully
controlled

Equipment Material Environment

People • Maintenance • Handling • Noise
• competent • •
• Ergonomic Storage Temperature
• Trained • Transportation • PH level
• Motivated • Disposal • Lighting
 WHY THE SSOW IS IMPORTANT
The legal background to this is the requirement,
within the Health and Safety at Work Etc Act (1974)-UK

• It shall be the duty of every employer to ensure, so far as is

reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare at work of
all his employees and to provide and maintain systems of work
that are, so far as is reasonably practicable, safe and without
risks to health.

Further regulations make specific requirements in respect of

safe systems of work, for example those relevant to manual
handling, use of hazardous substances and use of display screen
equipment.
 WHY THE SSOW IS IMPORTANT
• Safe systems of work will frequently be
addressed in the arrangements section of an
organisation’s health and safety policy and
within risk assessment processes.
 WHY THE SSOW IS IMPORTANT
• Many hazards are clearly recognizable and can
be overcome by physically separating people
from them
eg by using guarding on machinery.
• A safe system of work is needed when hazards
cannot be physically eliminated and some
element of risk remains
• This applies to non-routine work as well as
normal operations.
 APPLICATION OF SSOW
• Maintenance Operations
• Cleaning Operations
• Working alone
• Control of contractor activities
• Lifting operations
• Vehicle loading and unloading and movements
• Machinery operations
 FACTORS TO BE CONSIEDERED WHEN
DEVELOPPING SSOW
• Safe systems of work should be developed by a competent person

• Needs to involve the employees (those who carryout the work)during the development
stage to ensure it is of practical benefit and that it will consequently be applied diligently

• All relevant staff must clearly understand the system of work and it is equally important
that it is effectively communicated to others such as contractors who may become
involved periodically

• The safe system of work should be comprised of three types of controls(Technical ,

Behavioural and Procedural)

• SSOW needs to be documented

• All safe systems of work need to be monitored regularly to ensure that they are fully
observed and effective.
 DESIGNING OF SSOW
• For all Safe System of works following basic
steps can be applied
1. Identification of the job/task
2. Identify the hazards /risks
3. Define safe methods /Precautions(Isolation
etc.)
4. Emergency procedures
5. Monitor and control the system
 DESIGNING OF SSOW
1. Identification of the job/task
• Assess all aspects of the tasks and its risks.
• Consider health hazards as well as safety.

Take account of:

– What is used
– Who does what
– Where the task is carried out
– How the task is done
 DESIGNING OF SSOW
2. Identify the hazards /risks
• Spot the hazards and evaluate the risks.
• Where possible, eliminate hazards and reduce
the risks before you rely upon a safe system of
work.
 DESIGNING OF SSOW
3. Define safe methods /Precautions(Isolation etc.)
• Specify the precautions that are necessary to be taken by people
before commencing the task /during the task
Eg:-
Monitor the atmosphere, Temperature etc.
Check guards, valves, Isolators, lifting devices etc.
Wearing PPEs
Provision of eye wash, fire extinguishers, Recue team
Fire precautions(No smoking,Non spark equipments)
Use of barriers and warning signs
Special precautions(Use of low voltage lights)
 DESIGNING OF SSOW
4. Emergency procedures
Consideration to be taken to set up emergency procedures for
use in the event of accident etc.
– First aid drill
– Spillage response
– Fire evacuation /Fire extinguishing etc
 DESIGNING OF SSOW
5. Monitor and control the system
All relevant persons must be trained in the operation of
the safe system of work, the procedures should be clearly
understood by every one involved and monitored
accordingly.
Periodical checks to be carried out on followings;
– Employees continue to find system workable.
– Procedures laid down are being carried out and are
effective.
– Any changes in circumstances which require alterations to
the system of work are taken into account.
PERMIT TO WORK
SYSTEM
 WHAT IS PERMIT TO WORK SYSTEM
• A permit-to-work system is a formal recorded
process used to control work which is
identified as potentially hazardous. It is also a
means of communication between
site/installation management, plant
supervisors and operators and those who
carry out the hazardous work.
 PERMIT TO WORK
Essential features of permit-to-work systems are:
• Clear identification of who may authorize particular jobs
(and any limits to their authority) and who is responsible
for specifying the necessary precautions;
• Training and instruction in the issue, use and closure of
permits;
• Monitoring and auditing to ensure that the system works as
intended;
• Clear identification of the types of work considered
hazardous;
• Clear and standardized identification of tasks, risk
assessments, permitted task duration and supplemental or
simultaneous activity and control measures.
 PERMIT TO WORK
A permit to work will be needed when the risk of a
job or task are high and the controls and
precautions need strict observance for the safety of
those involved
• Entry into and work in confined spaces
• Hot work
• Hazardous area
• Dangerous machinery
• Working at height
OBJECTIVES OF THE PERMIT TO WORK
• Ensuring the proper authorization of designated work.
– This may be work of certain types, or work of any type within certain
designated areas other than normal operations
• Making clear to people carrying out the work the exact
identity
– nature and extent of the job and the hazards involved
– any limitations on the extent of the work
– the time during which the job may be carried out
• Specifying the precautions to be taken,
– safe isolation from potential risks such as hazardous substances,
electricity and other energy forms
OBJECTIVES OF THE PERMIT TO WORK
• Ensuring that the person in direct charge of a unit, plant or
installation is aware of all hazardous work being done there;
• Providing not only a system of continuous control, but also a record
showing that the nature of the work and the precautions needed
have been checked by an appropriate person or people
• Providing for the suitable display of permits
• Providing a procedure for times when work has to be suspended
• Providing for the control of work activities that may interact or
affect one another
• Providing a formal handover procedure for use when a permit is
issued for a period longer than one shift
OBJECTIVES OF THE PERMIT TO WORK
• Providing a formal hand-back procedure to ensure that the
part of the plant affected by the work is in a safe condition
and ready for reinstatement

• Providing a process for change, including the evaluation of

change on other planned activity, a determination of when
hazards need to be reassessed, and a means for controlled
communication of change.
 Key principles in permit to work
systems
• The issue of a permit does not, by itself, make a job safe.
• Roles and responsibilities - is it clear who is in charge, and who
does what - with no important gaps or overlaps?
• If the job cannot be finished in one shift, ensure that it will be left
in a safe state and that clear instructions are available for the next
shift
• The Permit should contain all relevant information, be correct, and
presented in a suitable format
• Ensure end-user involvement in the design of the permit system,
and the document design process;
 Key principles in permit to work
systems
• Communicate all relevant information (including hazards and
controls) to all personnel involved
• Ensure that other people are aware of what maintenance staff are
doing and vice versa
• The permit system should have a process for hand-over of plant on
completion of work
• Make arrangements to manage non-compliance e.g. where there may
be overload of permits at the beginning of a shift
• Plan work to smooth out the distribution of PTWs, or provide more
PTW authorizers at busy times
• Ensure effective management and review of the work permit system.
 Case Study
Phillips 66, Pasadena, USA. 23rd October 1989
Accident summary
At approximately 1:00 p.m. on the 23rd October 1989 Phillips’ 66 chemical complex
at Pasadena, near Houston (USA) experienced a chemical release on the
polyethylene plant. A flammable vapour cloud formed which subsequently ignited
resulting in a massive vapour cloud explosion. Following this initial explosion there
was a series of further explosions and fires.
The consequences of the explosions resulted in 23 fatalities and between 130 – 300
people were injured. Extensive damage to the plant facilities occurred.
The day before the incident scheduled maintenance work had begun to clear three
of the six settling legs on a reactor. A specialist maintenance contractor was
employed to carry out the work. A procedure was in place to isolate the leg to be
worked on. During the clearing of No.2 settling leg part of the plug remained lodged
in the pipework. A member of the team went to the control room to seek assistance.
Shortly afterwards the release occurred. Approximately 2 minutes later the vapour
cloud ignited.
Failings in technical measures

Case Study Investigation Results

• The accident investigation established that the single isolating ball
valve was actually open at the time of the release. The air hoses to the
valve had been cross-connected so that the air supply that should
have closed the valve actually opened it.
• Site procedures laid down details that air hoses to valves were to be
disconnected prior to maintenance work. This task was not carried out
• The site held a large inventory of flammable materials under high
pressure yet it had no fixed gas detection system.
• An effective permit to work (PTW) for both company employees and
contractors was not enforced by the company.
• There was no dedicated fire water system. Firewater was drawn off
from the process water system. This system was severely damaged in
the explosions resulting in a loss of water pressure. The fire water
pumps failed when the raging fires attacked their electrical supply
cables. Of the three standby diesel pumps units, one was under
maintenance and another ran out of fuel.
 Isolation and permits to work
Where maintenance requires that normal guarding is removed, or access is
required inside existing guarding, then additional measures are needed to
prevent danger from the mechanical, electrical and other hazards that may be
exposed. There should be clear company rules on what isolation procedures
are required, and in what circumstances (for example, some cleaning of mixing
machinery may require isolation, even though it might not be considered a
maintenance task).

The basic rules, however, are that there should be isolation from the power
source (usually, but not exclusively, electrical energy), the isolator should be
locked in position (for example by a padlock), and a sign should be used to
indicate that maintenance work is in progress. Isolation requires use of
devices that are specifically designed for this purpose; not devices such as
key-lockable emergency stops or other types of switches that may be fitted
to the machine. Any stored energy (hydraulic or pneumatic power, for
instance) should also be dissipated before the work starts.
 Basic rules for Isolation
•There should be isolation from the power source (usually, but not exclusively,
electrical energy), the isolator should be locked in position (for example by a
padlock), and a sign should be used to indicate that maintenance work is in
progress.
• Isolation requires use of devices that are specifically designed for this purpose;
not devices such as key-lockable emergency stops or other types of switches that
may be fitted to the machine.
• Any stored energy (hydraulic or pneumatic power, for instance) should also be
dissipated before the work starts.

If more than one maintenance worker is involved in the work, each of them should lock
off the power with their own padlock. Multi-padlock hasps can be used in such
circumstances. Such isolation procedures can also be applied to locking off valves for
services (such as steam) and material supplies.
Before entering or working on the equipment, it is essential that the effectiveness of the
isolation is verified by a suitably competent person
 LOTO

Lock out Tag Out

 Introduction
Lockout/tag out (LOTO) refers to the specific
practices and procedures to protect workers
from injury due to the unexpected
Energization or startup of machinery and
equipment.
How Injuries Occur During the Servicing
of Equipment?
• 80% failed to turn off equipment
• 10% equipment activated by
someone else
• 5% failed to control potential
energy
• Most of remaining 5%
disconnected power but failed to
verify effectiveness
 What is LOTO?

• “LOTO” is a technique used to prevent

energy from being released during the
servicing of equipment. This is
accomplished by placing locks and tag on
energy isolation devices prior to starting
work.
 Types of Hazardous Energy

• What types of hazardous energy are subject to

LOTO?
 Types of Hazardous Energy

• Electrical • Chemical
• Pneumatic • Radiation
• Steam
• Hydraulic
• Spring-Driven
• Mechanical • Suspended Parts
• Thermal

Hazardous energy is that energy stored that if

released unexpectedly, it may cause a serious
accident.
 Potential Energy vs. Kinetic Energy

Potential energy can be converted to kinetic!

Goal of LOTO is to achieve “Zero Energy State”
 When is LOTO applied?

“…during the servicing of equipment”.

• Adjusting • Clearing jams

• Inspecting
• Lubricating
• Modifying
• Replacing parts • Cleaning
• Tool changes
 Energy Isolation Devices
“…accomplished by placing locks on energy isolation devices…”

Device that physically prevents the

transmission or release of energy

Examples:
• Electrical disconnect switch Pushbuttons, selector
• Electrical breaker switch switches, and other control
• Hydraulic valve circuit devices are NOT
energy isolation devices.
• Pneumatic valve
• Line valve
 LOTO Basics
• Preferred means of controlling
hazardous energy is LOCKOUT
IN CONJUNCTION WITH
TAGOUT.
• Each isolation point must have
both a lock and a tag attached
to it.
• Locks must be standardized &
used only for LOTO.
• Tags must indicate lock holder
& date of application.
 General LOTO Procedure
STEP 1 STEP 2 Notify STEP 3 Shutdown
Identify Energy Others Equipment
Sources

STEP 4 Isolate STEP 5 LOTO STEP 6

Equipment Equipment Release Stored
Energy

STEP 7 Verify STEP 8 Perform STEP 9 Release

Isolation Servicing from LOTO
Step 1: Identify All Energy Sources

• Know types & magnitude of energy

associated with equipment.
• Identify all energy sources feeding the
equipment
• Gather appropriate control devices.
• Clarify any questionable identification of
energy sources before proceeding.
 Step 2: Notify Others

• Verbally notify all “affected” and “other”

employees of impending shutdown.
 Step 3: Shut Down Equipment

• Use normal stopping

procedures to shut
down equipment.
• Push “Stop” button,
open toggle switch,
etc.
 Step 4: Isolate Equipment
• After shutdown, operate
all energy isolation devices
so equipment is
disconnected from energy
sources.
• Turn electrical disconnect
to “OFF” position; open
circuit breaker; close
valve, etc.
 Step 5: LOTO the Equipment
• Attach locks & devices to each
isolation point.
• Tag must accompany each lock.
• Good idea to also tag point of
operation if located remotely
from isolation points.
• What if equipment won’t
accept a lock?
 Step 6: Release Stored Energy
• Ensure all potential or residual
energy is controlled.
 Block elevated parts.
 Block/release springs.
 Relieve system pressure.
 Drain fluids.
 Vent gases.
 Allow system to cool.
 Discharge capacitors.
 Stop rotating flywheels.
 Step 7: Verify Isolation

• Before any servicing begins, verify

effectiveness of LOTO.
• Use normal starting procedure or otherwise
verify “Zero Energy State”.
• Return controls to “OFF” position after testing.
• Verification is the step which is most
frequently skipped during evaluations.
 Step 8: Perform Servicing

• Complete required service work.

• Avoid doing anything that could potentially
reactivate the equipment.
• OK to interrupt LOTO, but must be
reapplied if servicing is to continue.
 Step 9: LOTO Release

• All locks, tags, & devices removed by same

person who applied.
• Remove all tools from equipment area.
• Replace all machine guards.
• Verbally inform all “affected” & “other”
employees that LOTO is complete.
• Ensure area is clear prior to restart.
 Special Situations
• Group LOTO
– Each employee applies own locks/tags to each isolation
point.

• Shift changes
– Oncoming employee attaches locks/tags prior to outgoing
employee removing theirs.

• Lock removal procedure

– Supervisor must be notified if lock owner not present.
Implementing Lockout/Tag out (LOTO)
• Isolate equipment.
• Train personnel to level of Affected
Employee/Worker.
• Ensure LOTO plan is developed.
• Ensure equipment is capable of being locked out.
• Ensure Periodic Inspections (Audits) are
performed at least annually.
• Perform initial lockout of complex system.
• Provide required equipment for LOTO.
• Ensure use of tags in addition to locks.
CONFINED SPACE PERMITS
 Confined Space

• Confined space is space that:

• Is large enough & so configured that employee
can bodily enter & perform assigned work
• Has limited or restricted means for entry or
exit (i.e. tanks, vessels, silos, pits, vaults or
hoppers)
• Is not designed for continuous employee
occupancy
 Confined Space Permits
• Permit-Required Confined Space is confined
space that has one or more of following
characteristics:
• Contains or has potential to contain hazardous
atmosphere
• Contains material that has potential for
engulfing entrant
 Confined SpacePermits
• Has internal configuration such that entrant
could be trapped or asphyxiated by inwardly
converging walls or by floor which slopes
downward & tapers to smaller cross-section
• Contains any other serious safety or health
hazard
Examples
 Examples of Confined Space
• Storage tanks Ducts
• Tank cars Chimney’s
• Pressure vessels Boilers
• Pipes
• Pump wall
• Pits, degreasers
• Sewers
 SAFE WORKING IN CONFINED SPACE
• Operation of permit to work system
The process of assessment should consider followings,
– Work required to done
– The method by which the work can be done
– The hazards inherent in the plant in relation to work
/method proposed

Entry should only be considered when no alternative

method is available
 SAFE WORKING IN CONFINED SPACE
• Withdrawal from service
Before plant is prepared for entry it should be withdrawn from
service
– Production employees/personnel do not open the valves
or active machinery whilst others are inside
– Working notices should be displayed
• Isolation
Completely disconnect the space from every other items of
plant and in addition needs to seal inlet pipes
 SAFE WORKING IN CONFINED SPACE
• Cleaning and Purging
All Materials(solid,Liquid or gas) which are liable to present a hazard to
persons inside the confined space must be removed
• Other Cleaning methods
Other methods which might be used depend on the materials to be
removed (Use of solvents or neutralizing agents)
Purging
When cleaning has been completed, all liquid remained in the
confined space should be run out and manholes opening to allow
ventilation(or use of artificial ventilation)
Plant containing a flammable gas or vapour may be purged with an
inert gas(Nitogen ,carbon dioxide) to avoid formation of explosive
mixture with air
 SAFE WORKING IN CONFINED SPACE
• Testing
Testing must be carried out before it is certified as being safe to
enter or before safety precautions to be taken upon the entry
are specified

The tests should check the presence of gas or fumes, on

chemical deposits, adequacy of the supply of the oxygen

As far as possible tests should be made from outside the

confined space, drawing the air through long sample
probes(Any surge present should be disturbed before
testing to release any trapped gases or vapours).
 SAFE WORKING IN CONFINED SPACE
• Certification
Person who is directing the operation should certified stating the
safety measures which have been taken and precaution which he
consider to be necessary for the entry into confined space

If the work not been completed before the expiry of the

permit to work certificate, and reissue is required,the
responsible person should visit the site and satisfy them
selves that conditions have not altered since the first issue
of certificate
 SAFE WORKING IN CONFINED SPACE
• Precautions during work
When the work is going on inside the confined space and
breathing apparatus is not being used, an adequate supply of
respirable air must be maintained

Under no circumstances should oxygen be introduced to

confined space

Where there is a danger of static discharge ,needs to

provide earthing to avoid fire or explosion
 SAFE WORKING IN CONFINED SPACE
• Emergency procedures
Equipment and trained personnel should be readily available for
rescue purposes at all the times

• Confine space recue drills

• First aid drills
 SAFE WORKING IN CONFINED SPACE
• Checking of permits
It is recommended that managers / HSE officers should
personally carried out the sample check on operations of the
permit to work systems to ensure the procedures are correctly
followed
 SAFE WORKING IN CONFINED SPACE
• Training
Effective training is necessary for
– Supervisors
– Person likely to enter confined spaces to carry out the work
– Persons likely to act as attendants
– Person appointed to form a rescue team
• Effective training should cover
– Use of equipment provided
– How to deal with malfunctions and failures of equipment
during use
– Emergency procedures
– Artificial respiration
 Team position & Responsibility
• Team –
1. Authorized person
2. Entrant
3. Attendant
4. Rescue personnel
 Team position & Responsibility
Authorized person
Issues confined space entry permit and is overall
supervisor
• Indentify any reports require.
• Identify the team and give all the information's
• Aware of the hazards and risk
• Conduct inspections – check list
• Ensure the complaince of SOP
 Entrant
Person who is trained to safely enter the space
to do work
• Know the hazards that may be faced during
the entry – sings or symptoms and
consequences of the exposure
• Communicate with the attendant.
• Follow the instruction and warn ppe’s
 Attendant
• Person who assigned to stay in constant with
entrants
• Must stay at or near the entrance
• Never enter the confined spaces while he/ she
is serving as an attendants
 Rescue personnel
• Person assigned to help in an emergency
situation
 Hazards in the confined space
Atmospheric Physical hazards
• O2 deficiency Noise
• Toxic gas Vibration
• Hazardous chemicals Illumination
• Flammable gas Dust/ fumes
• Combustible dust falling objects
• Temperature
• Veterlation
 O2 deficiency

deficiency is a hazardous condition in many

confined space . The air we breathe is 20.9%
oxygen by volume and the human being
cannot function properly with even slight
deviations of this level
O2 in Air Oxygen deficiency hazard
1. 20.9% Normal oxygen concentration in air
2. Below 19.5% Oxygen deficient
3. Below 16% Unsafe for humans
 Toxic gas
• Manufacturing process uses toxic substances as
part of the production process, or biological and
chemical "breakdown" of the product being
stored in a tank, and from maintenance
activities (welding) being performed in the
confined space.

Hydrogen Sulfide - "sewer gas" a colorless gas with the odor of rotten
eggs. Excessive exposure has been linked to many confined space
deaths. Hydrogen sulfide causes a loss of our sense of smell,
causing people to mistakenly think that the gas has left the space.
Hydrogen sulfide inhibits the exchange of oxygen on the cellular
level and causes asphyxiation.
 Toxic gas
• Carbon monoxide - is an odorless, colorless gas that is formed
by burning carbon based fuels (gas, wood). Carbon monoxide
inhibits the bodies ability to transport oxygen to all parts of
the body.

• Solvents - many solvents, such as kerosene, gasoline, paint

strippers, degreasers, etc. are not only flammable, but if
inhaled at high concentrations can cause central nervous
system (CNS) effects. CNS effect can include dizziness,
drowsiness, lack of concentration, confusion, headaches, coma
and death.
 Hazardous chemicals
• liquids like cleaning products, paints, acids,
solvents especially chemicals in an unlabelled
container (warning sign!)
• vapors and fumes, for instance those that
come from welding or exposure to solvents
• gases like acetylene, propane, carbon
monoxide and helium
• flammable materials like gasoline, solvents
and explosive chemicals.
HOTWORK PERMITS
 What is Hot Work?
Definition:

Hot Work is any work using open flames or

sources of heat that could ignite materials in the
work area.
 Hot Work
Examples of hot work are:

• welding
• burning
• brazing
• propane soldering
• oxyacetylene cutting
• grinding ferrous metals
• torch applied roofing
• heat gun
 Hot Work
Why Hot Work Permits?

• Every year fires related to hot work activities occur

causing significant property damage and business
interruption. Many of these fires could have been
prevented if employees and contractors had used
appropriate fire prevention measures while
conducting hot work.
 Fire Potential
Heat Source Temp *
– Electric Arc Welder : 10,900ºF
– O2 / Acetylene Torch : 6,330ºF
– Propane Torch : 3,595F
– Welding Torch Slag : >2,000ºF
– Electric Heat Gun : 600 – 1,350ºF
– Radial Metal Cut Saw : >1,000ºF
– Wheel Grinder : 1,000ºF
Ignition Temp *
– Styrene : 914ºF
– Polyurethane Foam : 824ºF
– Lubricating Oil : 500 - 700ºF
– Mineral Spirits : 473ºF
– Wood Products : 380 - 800ºF
– Corrugated Paper : 380 - 500ºF
 Is Hot Work Necessary??
Question to Ask:
Can the job be avoided or
is there a safer way?

• Before beginning any hot work, ask yourself if

the work can be done a safer way. Hot work
is potentially very hazardous and should be
avoided if not absolutely necessary.
Work that may not require the use of a hot
work permit includes:
Areas that are maintained and identified as:
- Welding Shops (Fire controlled environment)
- Maintenance shops with designated
areas for hot work activities
 Starting the Process
Procedures:

Before beginning hot work a hot

work permit must be completed.
 Hot Work Permit
• Permits are issued for the specific job being done, and
for a specific time period.

• The time period is usually for the working shift, but may
never exceed twenty-four hours.

• Completed Permits need to be displayed in the hot work

area.
 Hot Work Safety Precautions
The employee performing the Hot Work has the responsibility
to verify that all necessary precautions have been taken at the
worksite.

Required Safety Precautions

 Fire suppression sprinklers, fire hoses or fire extinguishers are available and operable.
 Hot work equipment is operable and in good repair.
 Smoke / fire detectors in the immediate area of the hot work have been temporarily disabled
until the hot work is complete.
 Building occupants have been protected or isolated from the hot work area.
 Drums, barrels and tanks have been cleaned and purged of flammables and toxics,
all tank feeds are closed, and the tank is vented.
 Safety Precautions (cont’d)
Anything that can burn must be removed or protected from the
immediate work area.
Requirements within 35 feet:
 Area within 35 feet of the work area has been properly swept to remove any combustible debris.
 Flammable and ignitable materials and debris have been moved at least 35 feet from the hot work
area
or covered and protected with fire resistant materials.
 Cracks or holes in floors, walls and ceilings (including ductwork) are covered or plugged.
 Combustible floors covered with fire-resistive material
Requirements within 50 feet:
 Explosives, compressed gas cylinders or stored fuel have been moved at least 50 feet from the hot
work
area or have been protected from the hot work.
Work on walls or Ceilings
 Construction is noncombustible and has no combustible covering or insulation.
 Areas adjacent to walls being worked on are checked for combustibles and any combustibles are
either
removed or protected.
 Fire Watch
Fire Watch Personnel's main responsibility is to monitor
the area for the possible development of fire from the hot
work. Other job tasks can be performed as long as they
are able to adequately monitor the area for potential fire.

• Fire Watch Personnel must be trained to use fire

extinguishers or other fire extinguishing equipment that is
present.

• Fire Watch Personnel must be aware of how to report

emergencies and to activate building fire alarm systems.

• Fire Watch Personnel must be identified and their

qualifications verified prior to commencing hot work.
 Hot Work Completion
Before leaving the area for the day, verify that no smoldering
fires have developed within walls, cracks in floors, or in
ceiling areas where you have been working.
When work is completed:
 Inspected work area, and any potentially affected surrounding areas, for fire, fire damage, or
potential for fire.
 Reactivated smoke / fire detectors that were disabled because of the hot work.
I verify that the above location has been examined and the necessary precautions have been
taken to
prevent the outbreak of fire due to Hot Work.
Employee Signature (Issued): ____________________________ Date: ___________Time:
______
Employee Signature (Closed): ____________________________ Date: __________ Time:
______
Supervisor Signature: ________________________________Date: ___________
This Permit is valid only for the day issued
Thank You !