hot work
"Hot work" encompasses various activities that generate heat, flames, or sparks, posing potential fire hazards and necessitating stringent safety measures.
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Definition
B2Occupational Safety
(technical, industrial)Tasks that produce heat, flames, or sparks, such as welding or grinding, which can cause fires or explosions.
Example
- Before starting any hot work, ensure that fire safety protocols are in place.
- Hot work permits are mandatory in many industrial settings to prevent accidents.
C1Metalworking
(technical)Shaping or forming metals at temperatures where the material is soft and malleable.
Example
- Hot work is essential in forging to achieve the desired metal shape.
- The blacksmith performed hot work to create the intricate design.
B2Construction
(technical)Activities in construction that generate heat or sparks, requiring fire prevention measures.
Example
- Hot work on the construction site included cutting metal beams with a torch.
- Safety barriers were set up around the area where hot work was being conducted.
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