Hot Work Permit Osan AB Fire Emergency Services

Hot Work Permit Why are we here? • Hot Work Is The #8 Cause Of Fires In The Country & Account For 5% Of All Fires • An Air Force Required Program Used To Ensure People Are Aware Of The Hazards Associated With Open Flame And Other High Temperature Processes.

Hot Work Permit Goals and Objectives: At the end of this session you will: Recognize what work requires a Hot Work Permit. Be familiar with the Hot Work Permit Program. IAW 51FWI 32-2001

Hot Work Permit Definition: Hot Work: Any work involving burning, welding, or similar operations that is capable of initiating fires or explosions.

Hot Work Permit Examples of hot work: Welding Burning Brazing Propane soldering Oxyacetylene cutting Grinding ferrous metals

Hot Work PAI certification Procedures: • Schedule & receive training with the Fire prevention section 784-4835 or 031-661-4835 •Receive your certification as An Permit Authorizing Individual (PAI) •Perform daily safety inspections prior to operations •Call Fire Dept @ 784-4835 to get control number for 592

Hot Work PAI certification Procedures continued: •Issue hot permit using AF Form 592 •Perform site safety inspections before and after

Hot Work Permit • Permits are issued for the specific job being done, and or a specific area/work zone. • The time period is usually for the working When crews change a new permit must be issued.

Hot Work Permit • A single permit can be issued for up to 30 days but a site safety inspection MUST be accomplished by the PAI for each welding operation each day or when there is a crew change .

Acquisition of materials Gas cylinders Will comply with OSHA std 29CFR 1910.253 and OSHA std 29CFR 1910.101 Contractors Will comply with OSHA std 29CFR 1910.252

Operating Precautions Gas cylinders Will be stored in an upright position Never use acetylene at a pressure in excess of 15 pounds Turn system off when not in use for 30 min or more Do not turn acetylene more than three-fourths of a turn and leave wrench on handle

Operating Precautions Ensure area is ventilated When cutting or welding on pipes containing flammable or combustible materials or vapors ensure to inert the container or system first Follow all applicable T.O.’S Strict compliance to AFOSH 91-5

Operating Precautions Never weld or heat material on a concrete floor Keep area neat and clean Do not perform cutting and welding In buildings with installed sprinkler systems that are inoperable unless other means of detection, reporting and extinguishing have been approved by the fire chief In explosive atmospheres Within 50ft of flammable liquids

Facilities Where possible remove all combustibles within 35 feet of operation Place warning signs to prevent personnel from being inadvertently exposed to welding hazards Combustible floors will be kept wet, covered with damp sand or protected by a fire resistant shield Have 2 -10 LB fully charged operable ABC extinguisher on hand

Facilities Where welding or cutting is to be done within 3ft of a sprinkler head it will be protected Fire watch is required If there is a possibility of activating the Fire detection system it is the responsibility of the PAI to notify the alarm shop to safety the system during the operation

Personal Protective Equipment Ensure all safety PPE is OSHA std 29CFR1910.132 and AFOSH 91-31 compliant

Training and Qualifications Each PAI will receive certification prior to being authorized to issue hot permits Each person performing welding operations will be qualified to perform that operation

Aircraft and Missile welding All AC and Missile welding will be done by a certified welder IAW T.O. 00-25-252 Follow the provided check list safety

Confined Space Welding Follow all guidance in OSHA 29CFR 1910.252 and AFOSH std 91-25

AF Form 592

Air Form Form 592 Block 1, Control Number (Optional) Block 2, Date Of Permit Block 3, Time Permit Issued Block 4, Expiration/Date and Time Block 5, Aircraft Tail Number Block 6, Facility Number Block 7, Open Area Block 8, Welding Or Work To Be Performed Block 9, Fire Watch Required

Air Force Form 592 Block 10, After Operation Inspection Block 11, Call Upon Completion Block 12, Special Precautions Block 13, Location Where Work Is Performed Has Been Examined Block 14, Welder Qualifications Block 15, After Operation Performed Block 16, Operator/Fire Watch Declare Area Safe

Hot Work Permit • The Fire Inspector or “Permit Authorizing Individual” PAI has the responsibility to verify that all necessary precautions have been taken at welding site and to ensure site safety inspections for each site is accomplished each day.

Hot Work Permit Necessary Precautions - Sprinklers are in service. - 2-10 lb Dry Chemical Extinguishers Sprinkler systems must remain in service in the hot work area, unless approved by the Fire Prevention Office.

Hot Work Permit Necessary Precautions Fire Watch O Fire watch will be provided during and for at least 30 minutes after work, and during any coffee or lunch breaks. O Fire watch is supplied with two serviceable dry chemical extinguishers. O Fire watch is trained in use of this equipment and in sounding alarm.

Hot Work Permit What are your responsibilities in the event of a fire? 1. Evacuate 2. Call 911 3. Fight Fire If Possible 4. Direct Fire Department

Hot Work Permit The Fire Watch may not do other jobs which detract from their primary responsibility. The Fire Watch must be trained to use the fire extinguisher. The Fire Watch must be aware of how to report emergencies and in emergency evacuation procedures. The Fire Watch must be identified and their qualifications verified, before permits are issued.

Hot Work Permit Necessary Precautions CAN THE JOB BE AVOIDED? IS THERE A SAFER WAY? Before beginning any hot work, ask yourself if the work can be done a safer way. Hot work is very hazardous and should be avoided if not absolutely necessary.

Hot Work Permit Before leaving the area for the day, verify that no smoldering fires have developed within walls, cracks in floors, or in ceiling areas where you have been working. If required, you must perform an after operation inspection.

Summary • Hot Work permits must be issued by the PAI’s or Fire Inspector before work begins. • Permits are issued for a specific job, for a specific time frame, to a specific person. • All necessary equipment must be on site and in good working order before work begins. • A fire watch must be present for the duration of hot work and for at least 30 minutes after work is done. • An after operation inspection must be conducted by the person doing the hot work before leaving the job site. • Copies of permits must be turned into the Fire Prevention Office.

Where to Get Help? • Supervisor is responsible for all necessary equipment and for contacting the Fire Alarm Maintenance, Fire Alarm Communications Center, and Fire Prevention Office. • The Fire Prevention Office will issue all special circumstance permits and answer any specific questions about fire protection systems, fire prevention measures, and precautions. • The Safety Office or Bioenvironmental Engineer can answer questions regarding other hazards, such as vision hazards or fumes.

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