Hot Works

Course description

This short course provides you with an introduction to hot work, the hazards associated with it and controls that can be put in place to minimise these hazards. The course covers what is meant by hot work, including activities involving open flames or other heat sources, sparks or flame-producing equipment. Hot works can be extremely hazardous if not executed correctly so it is of paramount importance that all workers undertaking hot works understand the hazards involved and the safety precautions they must take in their day-to-day work. Following on from this the course sets out the hazards associated with such works, explores the controls that can be put in place to keep your workplace safer and finishes by explaining why you should use a permit to work scheme for hot work activities. Written in our straightforward, easy to understand style, this course provides you with all the information they need to help keep everyone safe in the workplace.

What you will learn

• Understand what is meant by Hot Works
• Develop an understanding on the hazards associated with Hot Works
• Have an understanding on the what controls and safety measures that can be used for Hot Work
• And finally, understand the requirements and how to use permits to work.

Who it is for

This course is aimed at those in any industry that are responsible for and the use of open fires, flames and work involving the application of heat by means of tools.

Course content

1. 1What is Hot Works? What Hazards are Associated with Hot Hot Works 2 70 Works? What Controls Can be Used When Hot Hot Works 3 70 Working?
2. 2Why Use Permits to Work?
3. 3Final Exam