GC07 Hot-work permit Construction site safety (GE 700) publication 

    Hot-work permits are required for any operation involving open flames or producing heat and/or sparks and must be prepared by a competent person. Hot works include brazing, torch cutting, grinding, soldering and welding.

    THIS FORM IS TO SUBMITTED TWICE:

    ON ISSUE AND ON COMPLETION - see last check box

    PERMIT LASTS  1 DAY ONLY

    Conditions of Permit
    Valves and hoses must be in good condition.
    All cylinders must have flash back arrestors fitted.
    When not in use cylinders must be shut off and returned to store.
    LPG cylinders must not be left in the building overnight without formal approval.
    Arc welding equipment will comply with current standards.
    Spent welding rods must be immersed in a bucket of water.
    Minimum radius of hot work to be two metres from other persons working. Screens should be erected if needed.
    Work areas to be kept tidy and free from combustible materials before and during the hot works.
    (Check both sides of partition walls in case heat can be transferred by conduction.)
    When working in riser shafts or on staging cylinders, work will be secured and openings to other levels covered with a fire blanket or other non-combustible materials.
    Operatives must remain in the area for 15 minutes following completion of work to ensure there is no hot spot residue.
    Must stop work if required to do so by an authorised person.
    Must report immediately any hazard likely to affect the fire and safety precautions.
    Must ensure a satisfactory access/egress from the work area.
    Confirmation by contractor’s supervisor:
    I confirm that the precautions specified above will be complied with and I will ensure that the persons carrying out the work, described above, are fully briefed on the safe method of work.