Hot Work Permit Guidelines
Overview: This Hot Work Permit is required for any job(s) being done by contractors at the Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, which may involve open flames or heat and/or spark producing operations such as but not limited to welding, cutting, brazing or grinding. The attached permit must be completed by a competent hot work employee and be posted at the job site, in accordance with NFPA 51B. All hot work related work must be done in accordance with NFPA 51B and ANSI Z49.1. On the day the work is to be done, notification must be provided to the Airport Duty Manager (ADM) before hot work begins. The ADM can be reached 24-hours a day by calling 510-563-3361.
PROCEDURE
1. This permit must be completed and distributed at least 2 business days (or no less than 24 hours for special emergency related circumstances) prior to work commencement to allow for adequate distribution and preparation by Port of Oakland Personnel. Note: For the purpose of this procedure, “emergency” is defined as an unplanned, uncontrolled event that (if not dealt with) could cause service outage of primary security and/or safety systems and/or communication systems, that could threaten the health and safety of employees, tenants, contractors and the public (passengers).
2. Mark all boxes that apply, making sure to answer all questions. The Permit is not valid until all questions are answered. Once the permit is routed and approved, post the completed permit at the job site where work is taking place.
3. Contact the ADM (510-563-3361) prior to start of any hot work in the SIDA or Sterile Areas (i.e. restaurants, concessions locations, etc.) and areas critical to airline operations (i.e. jet bridge, ticketing and baggage areas, etc.).
4. If work is canceled or area conditions change prior to work commencement or before the job is completed, please notify the ADM (510-563-3361).
5. Prior to leaving the site, ensure compliance with the 30 minute post-work fire watch period, and ensure the area is clean of debris and/or construction related supplies and materials.
Conclusion
This permit and guidelines were created to promote and maintain a high level of safety and fire prevention here at Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport. Strict enforcement is expected. Contractors that do not adhere to the permit conditions and/or these guidelines can and will be asked to leave the site and work will be stopped until all conditions and guidelines are met.