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Hot Work Safety — Construction
Industry: Construction · Country: Singapore
Welding and cutting safety in Construction.
Task Steps
- Obtain hot work permit
- Clear flammables 10m
- Inspect equipment
- Station fire watch
- Wet down surfaces
- Wear welding PPE
- Have extinguisher
- Ventilate area
Risk Assessment (4 risks)
Risk #1 — Operational (high, score 12)
Hazard: Fire
Consequences: Worker injury or fatality
Control measures:
- Follow permit-to-work system
- Wear appropriate PPE
- Supervisor oversight
Risk #2 — Operational (high, score 12)
Hazard: Burns
Consequences: Worker injury or fatality
Control measures:
- Follow permit-to-work system
- Wear appropriate PPE
- Supervisor oversight
Risk #3 — Operational (high, score 12)
Hazard: Fume inhalation
Consequences: Worker injury or fatality
Control measures:
- Follow permit-to-work system
- Wear appropriate PPE
- Supervisor oversight
Risk #4 — Operational (high, score 12)
Hazard: UV radiation
Consequences: Worker injury or fatality
Control measures:
- Follow permit-to-work system
- Wear appropriate PPE
- Supervisor oversight
