What type of activities require a hot work permit?

Hot work permits are necessary for activities that involve open flames, sparks, or heat that can potentially ignite flammable materials or create hazardous conditions. Grinding and abrasive blasting are considered hot work activities because they generate sparks and can produce intense heat, posing a significant risk of igniting combustible materials in the vicinity.

By requiring a hot work permit for such activities, organizations ensure that appropriate safety measures and precautions are taken to mitigate the risks associated with fire and explosion. These measures may include ensuring proper ventilation, using fire-resistant barriers or covers, and having fire extinguishing equipment readily available.

In contrast, activities like paperwork processing, repairs on office equipment, and office cleaning procedures do not involve ignition sources that could create fire hazards, which is why they do not require a hot work permit.