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Hot Work Operations Risk Assessment
This fully completed hot work operations risk assessment example has been prepared by a qualified health and safety professional. It covers a typical range of hazards, risks and associated control measures for all hot work activities involving open flames, electric arcs, grinding, brazing, soldering and blow torches and can be used as a starting point when developing your own risk assessment documentation.
What Does This Hot Work Risk Assessment Cover?
This risk assessment identifies the key hazards associated with hot work operations including;
- Fire from hot work ignition — sparks, flames or radiated heat igniting adjacent combustible materials causing fire, smoke inhalation and fatality
- Burns and scalds from hot surfaces and molten materials — contact with hot workpieces, flames, molten solder or brazing materials
- Fumes and gases from hot work — toxic fumes and metal oxide particles during welding and cutting in confined or poorly ventilated spaces
- Eye damage from radiation and sparks — UV radiation from electric welding arcs and sparks causing arc eye and retinal damage
Each hazard includes an inherent risk rating ranging from Moderate to Substantial, and a comprehensive listing of applicable control measures covering areas such as;
- Hot work permit issued by a competent authorising authority before any hot work commences
- All combustible materials within 5 metres removed or protected with fire-resistant blankets
- Fire watch maintained for at least 30 minutes after hot work ceases; re-checked after 2 hours
- Heat-resistant gloves, flame-retardant clothing and face shield for all hot work operations
- Local exhaust ventilation and RPE (minimum FFP3) where LEV is insufficient
- Atmospheric monitoring in confined spaces; oxygen and flammable gas levels confirmed safe
A residual risk rating is then assigned to each hazard, demonstrating how effective risk management reduces overall risk to a tolerable level.
A Professional, Easy-to-Use Risk Assessment Template
This document uses colour-coded header styles matched to risk ratings, making it quick to read and easy to communicate during toolbox talks and worker training. A built-in risk rating matrix supports consistent evaluation of likelihood and consequence, and hazard pictograms using internationally recognised ISO warning symbols are included alongside relevant hazard entries — improving clarity and helping to highlight risks and mandatory controls.
The result is a completed risk assessment that looks professional, reads clearly, and demonstrates a structured and effective approach to risk management.
Who Is This Risk Assessment Template Suitable For?
This hot work operations risk assessment template is suitable for health and safety advisers, site managers, maintenance supervisors and any employer with a duty to assess risks associated with hot work activities. It can be implemented as a standalone document or as part of a broader occupational health and safety management system aligned with ISO 45001.
Note: This example risk assessment is supplied for use as guidance only and should be reviewed and completed by a competent person.