Hot Work

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‘Hot work’ can include tasks such as:

• Oxy cutting and welding
• Brazing and Soldering
• Arc Welding
• Repairs and alterations done using heat producing equipment such as blow lamps.
• Grinding and high speed friction cutting

If a worker has to undertake welding or any other allied process, they must abide by the requirements outlined in Australian Standard AS1674.1 Safety in welding and allied processes. This standard covers

Hot Work Hazards Include:
• Fire
• Explosion
• Burns
• Eye Injury
• Toxic Fumes

For your safety, know the:
• Work Area
• Material
• Equipment