Hot Works Awareness Course
Prevent fires from welding, cutting, grinding and torch work with permits, preparation and fire watch.
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About this course
Welding, cutting, grinding and roofing torches are a leading cause of fires on construction sites and in occupied buildings.
This awareness course covers what hot works are, the law, avoiding hot works, hot work permits, preparing the area, gas cylinders, fire watch, extinguishers, fumes and PPE.
The course runs entirely in your browser. You can stop at any point and pick up where you left off, and once you pass the final assessment you can download a PDF certificate straight away.
Who it's for
- Welders, fabricators and plumbers
- Roofers using torch-on systems
- Operatives using grinders and cut-off saws
- Supervisors issuing hot work permits
Snippets from the course
Two short extracts taken straight from the course material, so you know exactly what you're signing up for.
Can it be avoided?
The best control is to **avoid hot works** where possible — for example by using cold cutting, mechanical joints, push-fit or press-fit fittings, or by doing the work off-site in a workshop.
Check hidden spaces
Check the other side of walls, floors and ceilings, and inside cavities, for combustible materials. Protect or remove them before starting.
What's covered
Welcome and Introduction
- Welcome to Hot Works Awareness
- Who this course is for
- What the course covers
- How the tests and pass mark work
What Are Hot Works?
- The definition
- Common hot works
- How fires start
- Smouldering fires
The Law and Responsibilities
- Key legislation
- CDM 2015 fire duties
- Insurers' requirements
- Responsibilities
Planning and Avoiding Hot Works
- Can it be avoided?
- Risk assessment
- Timing
- Fire alarm and detection
Hot Work Permits
- What a permit does
- What it includes
- Time limits
- Closing the permit
Preparing the Work Area
- Remove combustibles
- Fire blankets and screens
- Check hidden spaces
- Gas cylinders
Fire Watch and Extinguishers
- Fire watch during work
- Fire watch after work
- Extinguishers
- Using an extinguisher
Fumes, PPE and Personal Safety
- Welding fumes
- Eye and skin protection
- Protective clothing
- Coatings and materials
Summary and Putting It Into Practice
- Recap
- Before you start
- When you finish
- If a fire starts
Final assessment
A longer multiple-choice assessment covering every module. Score 80% or more and your PDF certificate is issued immediately. You can retake it as many times as you need.
Start Hot Works Awareness Course now
9 modules, a test after each one and a final assessment — all in your browser, all saved as you go.
You'll be asked to sign in or create a free account first, then pay £24.99 (includes VAT at 20%) to unlock the course. Your progress and certificate are saved to your account.