Australia Welding & Hot Work Permit Checklist (AS 1674)
This welding and hot work permit checklist ensures compliance with AS 1674 (Safety in welding, brazing, cutting and allied processes), AS 2812 (Welding, brazing and cutting of metals), WHS Regulations, and applicable fire safety standards. A hot work permit must be issued before any welding, cutting, grinding, or brazing operation in areas where fire risk exists.
- Industry: Construction
- Frequency: Each hot work operation
- Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes
- Role: Hot Work Permit Issuer / Safety Officer
- Total Items: 28
- Compliance: AS 1674, AS 2812, WHS Regulations 2011, AS 1851
Pre-Hot Work Assessment
Area assessment before hot work commences.
- Fire risk assessment completed for area?
- Combustible materials removed within 11m radius?
- Remaining combustibles protected with fire-resistant covers?
- Floor swept clean of combustible debris?
- Floor/wall openings covered to prevent spark spread?
Fire Prevention Measures
Fire prevention controls per AS 1674.
- Appropriate fire extinguisher within 10m?
- Fire watch person appointed?
- Fire watch to continue 30 min after hot work ceases?
- Automatic sprinklers operational in area?
- Smoke/heat detection not impaired by hot work?
Ventilation & Fume Control
Fume extraction and ventilation requirements.
- Adequate ventilation for fume dispersal?
- Local exhaust extraction provided?
- Confined space procedures followed (if applicable)?
- Respiratory protection provided for welder?
Equipment & PPE Check
Welding equipment and PPE assessment.
- Welding equipment in good condition?
- Welding leads/hoses free from damage?
- Earth clamp secure and making good contact?
- Gas cylinders secured upright and away from heat?
- Welding helmet/shield with correct shade lens?
Welder PPE & Protection
Personal protection for welding operations.
- Welding gloves worn?
- Fire-resistant clothing worn (no synthetic fabrics)?
- Leather safety boots (no exposed laces)?
- Welding flash screens protecting nearby workers?
Permit Close-Out
Hot work permit completion and closeout.
- Area inspected after hot work completion?
- 30-minute fire watch completed?
- All welding equipment isolated/turned off?
- Permit signed off and closed?
- Additional observations
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Why Use This Australia Welding & Hot Work Permit Checklist (AS 1674)?
This australia welding & hot work permit checklist (as 1674) helps construction teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for hot work permit issuer / safety officer professionals, this checklist covers 28 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: each hot work operation.
Ensures compliance with AS 1674, AS 2812, WHS Regulations 2011, AS 1851. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Australia Welding & Hot Work Permit Checklist (AS 1674) cover?
This checklist covers 28 inspection items across 6 sections: Pre-Hot Work Assessment, Fire Prevention Measures, Ventilation & Fume Control, Equipment & PPE Check, Welder PPE & Protection, Permit Close-Out. It is designed for construction operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed each hot work operation. Each completion takes approximately 10-15 minutes.
Who should use this Australia Welding & Hot Work Permit Checklist (AS 1674)?
This checklist is designed for Hot Work Permit Issuer / Safety Officer professionals in the construction industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.