Hot Work Permit Checklist: What to Confirm Before Work Begins (UK Guide)
Before any hot work takes place — welding, cutting, grinding, soldering or any activity producing heat or sparks — a Hot Work Permit should be completed.
Here’s a simple checklist for UK workplaces:
Hot Work Permit Checklist
- Area cleared of flammables
- Gas bottles secured and in good condition
- Fire extinguishers available and inspected
- Ventilation adequate
- Sparks and heat contained
- Alarms and detectors isolated (if required)
- Trained personnel only
- Fire watch assigned for the duration of work
- 60-minute fire watch after completion
- Permit signed, dated and displayed
This structured approach dramatically reduces fire risk, especially in confined or high-risk areas.
