This program establishes written procedures to prevent fires resulting from temporary operations involving an open flame or that produces heat, sparks, or hot slag. This includes (but is not limited ...

Hot work is a broad term that describes work-related activities that involve or produce flames, sparks, or heat capable of causing fires or explosions. Common examples include welding, cutting, ...

Hot work activities include cutting, welding, brazing, soldering, grinding, drilling, chipping, blasting, heat-treating, and thawing pipes. According to a 2021 study by the National Fire Protection ...