F-03 Hot Work Permits and Fire Watch 2

Question 1

Before issuing a hot work permit, the permit authority must verify which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Combustibles have been cleared 35 feet from the work area

Answer

The permit authority must confirm that combustibles are cleared or shielded within 35 feet before hot work begins.

Question 2

Hot work permits are generally valid for what maximum time period?

Accepted Answer

One shift (up to 12 hours)

Answer

Hot work permits are typically issued for a single shift or specific work period, not extended durations.

Question 3

Which condition would immediately void a hot work permit?

Accepted Answer

Fire watch personnel leaving the area before the 1-hour post-work period ends

Answer

Abandoning the mandatory 1-hour post-work fire watch immediately voids the permit conditions and creates an unprotected hazard.

Question 4

What is the role of the fire watch person during active hot work operations?

Accepted Answer

Monitor the work area continuously for fires, smoke, or sparks

Answer

During hot work, the fire watch person must continuously monitor the area for signs of fire, smoke, or stray sparks — not assist with the work itself.

Question 5

What type of hot work requires a permit under NYC Fire Code?

Accepted Answer

Welding, cutting, brazing, or grinding that produces sparks or open flame

Answer

Hot work permits are required for operations that produce sparks, open flames, or heat sufficient to ignite combustibles — primarily welding, cutting, brazing, and grinding.

(F-03) Fire Guard F-03 Practice Test

(F-03) Fire Guard F-03 Practice Test

F-03 Hot Work Permits and Fire Watch 2