CHINA HARBOUR ENGINEERING COMPANY DOC NO:

CHELE/HSSE/OCP/003

OPERATIONAL CONTROL PROCEDURE DATE: OCT 09, 2020

ACTIVITY: GAS CUTTING (OXY- ACETYLENE)

S/N CONTROLS
Verify the condition of the regulator / flow meters for oxygen and
1 acetylene
2 Connect the flash back arrestors at the inlet of Torch
Secure the cylinders in upright position and prevent them from falling or
3 rolling
4 Clean the nozzle of the torch , remove dust or any foreign particles
Clean the surface of the job or material to be cut to prevent splashing and
5 preheat the job to remove any scales
6 Take measures to contain the molten metal and provide fire curtains
7 Ensure that fire extinguisher is available nearby
8 Remove any combustible material in the affected area.
9 Take care of other persons working / walking below or around
Obtain PTW before commencement of gas cutting activity
10
Pre-job meeting/briefing to discuss the hazards and risks involved in gas
11 cutting activity.
11 Ensure the worker is trained and competent
After completion of work check if there is any smoldering or burning
12 around or below the work
1 Install warning signs and barricade around hot cutting area
3
1 Acetylene and oxygen cylinders shall kept at least 5Meters apart from each
4 other and 10Meters from heat source

1 Personal Protective Equipment (Safety goggles, helmet, leather hand gloves,

5 safety boots) must be worn while carrying out hot work activity

Prepared by: OSIOBE WEALTH Approved by: SUNDAY IZUOGU

Designation: HSSE ASST MANAGER Designation: HSSE MANAGER
Signature: Signature:
Date: OCTOBER 09, 2020 Date: OCTOBER 09, 2020