Hot Works - Managing Fire Risks and Compliance

Plan, permit and carry out welding, cutting, grinding and other hot work safely, in line with Irish health and safety and fire safety law. Start today: this certified online course takes about 1 hour and ends with a certificate you can show your employer. Time to complete About 1 hour Certificate On passing the final online exam Study Online, any device, at your own pace Languages English, Polish Hot work is one of the leading causes of workplace fires in Ireland. A single spark can smoulder unseen for hours, often long after the job is finished. This course shows you how to control that risk from start to finish. Who it's for Welders, maintenance staff and contractors who carry out hot work Supervisors and facilities managers who arrange or approve hot work Anyone acting as a fire watch What you'll learn What counts as hot work, and the fire, explosion and fume risks it creates Cold-work alternatives that remove the risk altogether Choosing competent, properly insured contractors How the Hot Work Permit system works, including area classifications Preparing the work area, equipment and PPE Fire extinguishers, fire watch duties and emergency arrangements The dangers of hot work on “empty” drums, barrels and tanks How it works Buy the course online. It takes less than a minute. Your login details arrive by email straight away. Log in, choose your language and work through the short modules on your phone, tablet or computer. Stop and restart whenever you like. Pass the final online exam and download your certificate. Frequently asked questions Does this replace our site's hot work permit procedure?No. The course explains how permit systems work so staff can follow them. Hot work on your site should still be carried out under your own permit procedure. How long is the certificate valid?The certificate is valid for 2 years, after which a refresher is recommended. Can I do the course in my own language?Yes. When you log in, choose your language from the list. The languages available for this course are shown above. Translated versions are provided to support understanding. Training a team? Enrol your whole staff, track every certificate and see who is due a refresher with the Rubikon LMS. Book a 15 Minute Demo.