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Hot Work & Fire Prevention For Hospitality – SS5093AE (12 Min.)

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1

Welding, cutting, grinding and brazing are common examples of hot work.

True
False

2

A hot work permit is generally required when work is performed in an approved designated hot work area.

True
False

3

Whenever possible, combustible materials should be moved at least 35 feet away from the hot work ignition source.

True
False

4

A fire watch may be assigned other duties as long as they remain somewhere near the hot work area.

True
False

5

A fire watch has the authority to stop hot work if conditions become unsafe.

True
False

6

A fire watch must remain in the area for at least 30 minutes after hot work is completed, or longer when required.

True
False

7

If combustible materials cannot be moved away from the hot work area, what should be done?

Ignore them if they are more than 10 feet away
Protect them with approved welding curtains, blankets, pads or screens
Cover them with cardboard
Stop the building’s sprinkler system

8

Who verifies that required hot work precautions have been completed and authorizes the permit?

Any available employee
The equipment manufacturer
The Permit Authorizing Individual (PAI)
The fire watch

9

What should a fire watch do if a fire cannot be safely controlled with the available equipment?

Continue trying to extinguish it
Wait for a supervisor
Activate emergency procedures, call 911 and get people in danger to safety
Finish the hot work before leaving

10

Before beginning hot work, the operator should:

Inspect the equipment and work area for hazards
Make sure required fire protection is available
Wear the PPE required for the task
All of the above