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Module 5: Operations & Hot Work 5 .3 Hot Work, Permits, and Inspections Susan Harwood Grant Number SH-17820-08-60-F-23.
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Module 5: Operations & Hot Work 5.3 Hot Work, Permits, and Inspections Susan Harwood Grant Number SH-17820-08-60-F-23
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Identify the steps to prepare space for hot work • Review the procedures for testing the atmosphere • Describe types of hot work operations • List personnel protective equipment needed
Cutting, brazing • Source of ignition when flammable materials exist • Becomes hot work processes • Hot work permit
Hot work is one of the most essential operations in dismantling a vessel. Figure 1 Fire watch standing by during hot work in cargo tank
Includes welding, cutting, burning, abrasive blasting, and other heat-producing operations. Figure 3 Cutting torch operations
Dismantling of vessels generally occurs in confined or enclosed spaces. Figure 4 Hot work inside cargo hold
Many accidents happen during hot work operations due to falls, accidents, burns, explosions, fires, etc. Figure 5 Cutter working along walkway inside cargo compartment
Firstthere needs to be a plan on the type of hot work that is to take. Figure 6 Cutting with torches inside yard
Adjacent spaces need to be surveyed to verify that the hot work operations will not cause hazardous conditions. Figure 7 Cargo vessel awaiting to be inspected
Remember the fire watch is available and has the appropriate fire suppression equipment. Figure 13 Fire watch on bank monitoring hot work on vessel
Areas to be inspected are hollow structures such as mast and pipes for flammable vapors or liquids. Figure 16 View of the double bottom tank and piping exposed
Figure 17 View of the engine room compartment and upper crew decks
The visual and testing will maintain the Marine Chemist certificate and prevent the chemist from re-evaluating the compartment. Figure 18 Cutting down along the side of the vessel
Outside the space signage must be posted “Safe for Hot Work” or “Safe for Workers”. Figure 19 Posted signage
The supervisor will provide the scope of the operations to the workers prior to hot work beginning. Figure 21 Surveying the operations
Review the Marine Chemist Certificate and test log and request re-testing if there are questions concerning the atmosphere. Figure 23 Hot work in the exposed engine room
Check the surfaces for residue or materials that may affect hot work. Figure 24 Inside view of the cargo tanks that were removed
Inspect the cutting equipment such as torch, hoses, gauges, and connections for damage or leaking. Figure 26 Cutting torch
Account for other personnel that are in the affected area. Figure 28 Accountability for personnel at the gangway
Figure 30 Engineered railing and warning cable at leading edge
Welding hood or face shield should be worn when there is a risk of sparks or slag coming in contact with the face. Figure 39 Face shield with protective coating shield
Protective outer clothing must be made out of material that is fire resistant. Figure 40 Snapping in fall protection