Hot work is a specific type of work that presents a variety of unique hazards. Conducting risk assessments and ensuring adequate controls are in place is a legal requirement. This course provides trainees with an awareness of how to conduct such as assessment themselves.
Why Is Hot Works Risk Assessment Training Important?
Hot work related fires damaged over 200 buildings that were under construction in the UK in the latest year that data is available, according to IFP, an international journal dedicated to fire protection.
Performing risk assessment on hot work is a legal requirement and will ensure you have adequately prepared for this task. You must have in place emergency exit procedures, maintain exit routes and comply with HSE guidelines.