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33 HOT WORKS PROGRAM NWPCA Fire Code Compliance Manual for Outdoor Storage of Wood Pallets | Version 1.0 (December 2017) HOT WORK WRITTEN PROGRAM Purpose The purpose of this program is to establish safe procedures for conducting Hot Work tasks. It includes, but is not limited to: brazing, cutting, grinding, soldering, thawing pipe, torch-applied roofing and welding. Hot work is defined as: Hot work is any process that can be a source of ignition when flammable material is present or can be a fire hazard regardless of the presence of flammable material in the workplace. Scope This program applies to all employees and outside contractors who are authorized and approved by Plant Management to conduct Hot Work operations. Responsibility Safety and Training Manager Develop a formal written program pertaining to Hot Work; communicate the policy to authorized employees; and assist in interpretation of the program. The Safety and Health Coordinator (or comparable position) will also perform periodic inspections to ensure compliance with the program. Plant/Production Managers Fire Safety Supervisors may be the Plant Manager / supervisor or other safety designee. Their responsibilities in the area of Hot Work are to ensure that fire safety precautions have been met before authorizing Hot Work, including the designation of a fire watch. This includes work being performed by outside contractors. The Fire Safety Supervisor(s) will also be responsible for reviewing the proper completion of the Hot Work Permit and conducting periodic inspections to ensure compliance. Authorized Employees An authorized employee is defined as the individual that actually conducts the Hot Work procedure. This is typically your maintenance person. The authorized employee will be responsible for understanding all facets of this program as explained by management. If the authorized employee does not understand any element of this program, work must be delayed until all elements are fully understood. The authorized employee must conduct the work in the authorized time frame listed on the Hot Work Permit. All required precautions must be double- checked prior to, and during, the actual Hot Work.