Job Hazard Analysis for Fire Protection — create with RAMSagent
A risk assessment for passive fire protection evaluates project risks related to fire stopping, fire protection paint, and fire doors. It includes hot work, solvent exposure, roof work, and ensuring that existing fire separation is not compromised in accordance with HSE guidance, CDM 2015, and UK regulations on hot work.
RAMSagent links fire safety descriptions to the risk assessment and tracks fire compartment integrity.
Typical risks for Job Hazard Analysis — Fire Protection
| Risk | Description | Legal | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Work | Welding, cutting, and soldering require certification, a fire watch for 1 hour afterward, and fire extinguishers. The project must register permits for each hot work site. | AFS 2023:6; Heta Arbeten | Critical |
| Fire Protection Paint | Intumescent paint contains epoxy or solvents. Ventilation, permits, and medical monitoring are required for isocyanate-based systems. | AFS 2023:10, 16 kap | High |
| Compromised Fire Separation | New penetrations must not compromise fire compartment boundaries. Sealing must meet the same class (EI 30/60/120) as the surrounding construction. | BBR 5 | High |
| Roof Penetrations | Fire stopping of HVAC/electrical penetrations on roofs requires a fall protection plan. Work in combination with hot work increases risk. | AFS 2023:11, 15 kap | High |
Applicable Regulations
- AFS 2023:1 Systematic Work Environment Management
- Systematic approach to managing workplace safety.
- AFS 2023:6 Explosive Atmosphere (ATEX)
- Hot work and solvent handling.
- BBR Building Regulations
- Chapter 5 on fire safety — affects fire classification of penetrations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long is a Hot Work certificate valid?
- 5 years from issuance, after which it must be renewed through a refresher course. RAMSagent alerts when the certificate is nearing expiration.
- What is EI class?
- E = integrity (flames), I = insulation (temperature). EI 60 means that the separation holds flames and temperature for 60 minutes. Fire stopping should match the surrounding construction.
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