Is any process that can be a source of ignition when flammable material is present in the workplace or can be a fire hazard regardless of the presence of flammable material in the workplace. Common hot work processes are welding, soldering, cutting, brazing, grinding and drilling.
Is any process that partially or completely limits the function of a building's fire alarm system, sprinkler system or main water supply. Common interruptions of fire protection systems include bypassing one or several components of the fire alarm system for hot work, renovations or theater performances where smoke or dust particles could initiate a fire alarm. Interruptions may also be necessary during maintenance or repair of the building's fire alarm and/or sprinkler system.
All Concordia University staff, students, trades personnel, external contractors, sub-contractors and maintenance personnel must complete the online Hot Work & Interruption of Fire Prevention Systems Request Form and agree to the terms and conditions contained in the Hot Work & Interruption of Fire Prevention Systems Agreement for any hot work to be conducted on University premises and/or prior to interrupting any function of the University fire prevention systems.
Authorization is needed for all welding, soldering, cutting, brazing and grinding activity inside a Concordia University building, as well as any activity that may create heat, smoke or dust particles that could initiate a University fire alarm. Authorization is also required for any maintenance, testing or retrofitting of an existing fire alarm or sprinkler system as well as for the interruption of a main water supply that supports the sprinkler system of a Concordia University building.
Authorization is needed for each Concordia University building where hot work and/or the interruption of the fire prevention systems will be performed (pedestrian and utility tunnels are considered separate buildings). For example, if a contractor is performing work at several different Concordia University buildings for one project, an authorization is necessary for each separate building.
Authorization for hot work is required for each and every staff, student, trades personnel, contractor or sub-contractor performing hot work for maintenance, repair or a project on University premises. For example, if there are three different sub-contractors/trades personnel performing hot work on one project, each sub-contractor/trade personnel is responsible for obtaining their own authorization.
Authorization for the interruption of the University's fire protection systems is required for each and every staff, student, trades personnel, contractor or sub-contractor:
The actual process of interrupting the fire prevention systems must be completed by authorized, University trades personnel or authorized, externally contracted maintenance personnel.
The authorization process for hot work and/or the interruption of fire prevention systems is intended to educate the parties involved in construction of the hazards associated with such activities and to implement control measures to help mitigate the important risks associated with these activities.
Yes. All hot work sites or closed sprinkler valves must be identified with a warning sign. "Hot work warning" signs and "fire protection out of service" signs can be obtained from the security desk in the University building where work is being conducted. If the building in question does not have a security desk, you can obtain a sign at the nearest building security desk or by calling 514-848-3717.
"Hot work warning signs" should be posted at the job site, near the safety zone in an accessible and conspicuous location.
"Fire protection out of service" signs should be posted on the affected sprinkler valve.
The individual performing the hot work or the interruption of fire protection systems is ultimately responsible for conducting his/her activities in a sound, fire-safe manner and adhering to the terms and conditions outlined in the Hot Work & Interruption of Fire Protection Systems Agreement as well as per any additional instructions communicated to them by University fire prevention personnel. The contractor or sub-contractor supervisor / foreman or trade person group leader / supervisor also has the responsibility of ensuring that the employees they supervise are conducting their work per the terms and conditions of the Hot Work & Interruption of Fire Protection Systems Agreement as well as per any additional instructions communicated to them by University fire prevention personnel.
The Concordia University Project Manager, University fire prevention personnel and the University's security agents, may periodically check the work and job site to verify that the contractor / trades personnel is performing the work per the terms and conditions outlined in the Hot Work & Interruption of Fire Protection Systems Agreement.
Page Title: Fire prevention permits - Concordia University - Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Page URL:http://www.concordia.ca/emergency/fire-prevention/firepreventionpermits/ind...hp
Date Printed: Thu April 11, 2013
