SafetyQuestion 348 of 360
Before hot work in an area with combustible materials on the floor, what is the recommended practice for those combustibles?
a.Cover them with a paper drop cloth
b.Move them within arm's reach so you can watch them
c.Relocate combustibles at least 35 feet away, or shield them with fire-resistant covers if they cannot be moved
d.Ignore them if the flame is small
Explanation
Standard hot-work practice, reflected in Cal/OSHA fire-prevention rules, is to relocate combustible and flammable materials at least about 35 feet from the work, and where they cannot be moved, protect them with fire-resistant guards, blankets, or curtains. Openings and cracks that could pass sparks to adjacent areas must also be covered. This keeps sparks and slag from finding fuel.
Law Reference: Cal/OSHA Title 8 §4848Practice all 360 questions free — no signup required.
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