Hot Work Permits and Fire Watch Flashcards
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Who is authorized to issue a hot work permit on an NYC construction site?
Answer: The site safety manager or designated permit authority
Hot work permits must be issued by the site safety manager or a designated permit authority who has verified safe conditions before work begins.
How long must fire watch be maintained after hot work operations cease?
Answer: 1 hour
Fire watch must continue for at least 1 hour after hot work ends to detect any smoldering or delayed ignition.
What is the minimum clearance of combustible materials required around hot work operations?
Answer: 35 feet
A minimum 35-foot radius around hot work must be cleared of combustibles, or fire-resistant shields must be used.
Which acronym describes the proper technique for using a portable fire extinguisher?
Answer: PASS
PASS stands for Pull the pin, Aim at the base, Squeeze the handle, Sweep side to side.
What type of fire extinguisher is required at hot work operations involving metal cutting and welding?
Answer: Class ABC dry chemical extinguisher
Class ABC dry chemical extinguishers are the standard requirement at hot work sites because they handle ordinary combustibles, flammable liquids, and electrical hazards.
What must the fire watch person do if they discover a fire during their watch?
Answer: Immediately activate the alarm, call 911, and attempt to extinguish only if safe to do so
The fire watch person must immediately activate the alarm, call 911, and attempt extinguishment only if the fire is small and it is safe to do so — never delay the alarm.