Hot Work

Duration: 4h

Who is this training for?

All workers who monitor hot work that may trigger a fire: handling an electric or oxy-fuel flame, grinding, thawing pipes, rebuilding, brazing, adhesive bonding, etc.

Prerequisites: Using a Fire Extinguisher

Description

By the end of this training, the candidate will be able to oversee hot work such as welding, cutting, and related processes. This training is based on CAN/CSA W117.2, NFPA 51B, LSST Section 51, RSST Sections 313 to 312, and NFCC Section 5.2 laws and standards.

Goals

Applying occupational health and safety rules during hot work
Understanding the roles and responsibilities of workers
Using hot work plans and permits
Detecting and measuring hazards (gas, heat, flame, etc.)
Using a communication system and triggering emergency warning procedures

Content

Obligations and responsibilities
Fire prevention
Types of protection: individual, thermal camera, heat detector, multi-gas detector
Managing miscellaneous systems, documentation, and forms

Evaluation

One 25-question written exam and an assessment of working knowledge regarding detection and measurement. The required passing grade is 80%. A supplemental exam is available.

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Standards, laws, and references

CAN/CSA W117.2
NFPA 51B
LSST Article 51
RSST Articles 313 à 312
CNPI Section 5.2

All participants who have successfully completed the training will receive a certificate of competency.

Our certifications are recognized by the following:

Canadian Armed Forces
MELS
Transport Canada
SAAQ
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC)

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