Hot Work in Fire-Risk Areas — Safe Work Method Statement

Covers hot work operations (welding, cutting, grinding) performed in areas with elevated fire risk including confined areas, near combustible storage, in occupied buildings, and during fire bans or bushfire season.

5 work steps 7 hazards identified 7 control measures 5×5 risk matrix Worker sign-off section

High-Risk Activity Categories

Hazardous Atmosphere

Legislation Referenced

WHS Reg 2011, Reg 36 - Duty to identify hazards WHS Reg 2011, Reg 39 - Duty to maintain control measures WHS Reg 2011, Reg 351 - Welding and allied processes WHS Reg 2011, Reg 66 - Confined spaces

PPE Requirements

Hard hat (Type 1) (AS/NZS 1801) Safety footwear (steel cap) (AS/NZS 2210.3) Safety glasses (AS/NZS 1337.1) Hi-visibility vest (Class D/N) (AS/NZS 4602.1) Gloves (task-appropriate) (AS/NZS 2161.1) Welding helmet (auto-darkening) (AS/NZS 1338.1) Welding gloves (leather gauntlet) (AS/NZS 2161.4) Flame-resistant clothing (AS/NZS 4824)

Australian Standards Referenced

AS/NZS 1801 — Occupational protective headwear AS/NZS 2210.3 — Occupational protective footwear
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