Working with hot materials “Hot work” refers to all industrial or craft operations requiring the use of heat, such as welding, grinding, cutting, or brazing. Although common in many sectors, these activities involve specific risks, including fire, burns, and dangerous projections. Managing the risks associated with hot work is essential to ensuring worker safety and preserving the integrity of facilities. This course aims to provide an in-depth understanding of the safety practices to be adopted during hot work operations. Through this course, participants will learn how to identify hazards, implement appropriate protective measures, and respond effectively in the event of an incident. The goal is to train professionals to perform hot work in optimal safety conditions, while complying with applicable standards and regulations.

Training Objectives

• Understand the risks associated with hot work.
• Be familiar with the necessary safety measures and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Provide information on the various steps required when performing hot work.
• Identify emergency procedures in the event of an accident.

Duration of the Course

Approximately 2 hours.

Target Audience

Construction workers, project managers, or anyone else who may be required to perform hot work during their job.

Topics Addressed

• Les activités considérées comme un travail à chaud.
• Le triangle de feu et les mécanismes de transfert de la chaleur.
• Les risques liés au travail à chaud.
• Les mesures préventives à appliquer avant/pendant et après un travail à chaud.
• L’utilisation sécuritaire d’un extincteur.

Pedagogical approach

• Oral presentation by the trainer, interaction with participants.

Evaluation method

• Questionnaire on the knowledge imparted during the training.

Materials provided

• Checklist.

Certification given

Certificate.