Identifying and mitigating fire hazards immediately is critical to prevent accidents and ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.
A fireguard must conduct a thorough visual inspection to identify flammable materials, potential ignition sources, and other hazards before hot work begins.
Sawdust is a combustible material that can easily ignite when exposed to sparks, unlike concrete, metal, or glass, which are non-combustible.
Combustible materials within 35 feet of the work area pose a significant fire hazard, as they can ignite from sparks or heat generated during hot work.
Hot work operations, such as welding and cutting, produce sparks and heat, which can ignite flammable materials, leading to fires or explosions.
