Hot Works (Cutting / Grinding / Brazing) SWMS
SWMS template for hot works (cutting / grinding / brazing). Covers Hot work permit referenced, combustible exclusion zone, fire watch. 8-state AU coverage, CIH-reviewed editable DOCX delivered within 24 hours of payment.
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Hot works covering oxy-fuel cutting, abrasive grinding and brazing on construction sites. This SWMS addresses ignition sources, metal fume and burn risks under WHS Regulation 2011 r291 (High Risk Construction Work) where work involves the use of explosives, energised electrical installations, or activities generating significant fire and fume hazards.
Hazards identified
3 hazards covered, sorted by priority.
Structure fire, fatalities, major property loss
Metal fume fever, chronic lung disease
Skin burns, arc eye, permanent eye damage
Control measures
Hierarchy-of-controls order: elimination → substitution → isolation → engineering → administrative → PPE.
- 1Hot Work Permit issued; 11m combustible exclusion zone cleared or screened with fire blankets.
- 2Dedicated trained fire watch with extinguisher during work and 60 minutes post-completion.
- 3LEV or forced ventilation, P2/P3 RPD, flame-retardant PPE and shade-appropriate eye protection.
Applicable Codes of Practice
Mandatory hot work permit and fire watch requirements
RPD selection for welding fume exposure control
High-Risk Construction Work triggered
Hot works frequently occur near operating cranes, EWPs and site vehicles on active sites.
Cutting and brazing generate localised extreme heat exposing workers to thermal hazards.
SWMS mandatory before work; stop-work and PCBU penalties up to $30,000 apply.
What you receive
- ✓Editable DOCX SWMS template (CIH-reviewed, branded-ready)
- ✓State-specific WHS legislation schedule (all 8 AU jurisdictions)
- ✓Pre-populated hazard register aligned to WHS Reg r291
- ✓Worker sign-on register and SWMS review log
Related legislation
- WHS Act 2011 s19 — Primary duty of care
- WHS Regulation 2011 r291 — High Risk Construction Work SWMS
- WHS Regulation 2011 r49 — Airborne contaminant exposure standards