Module 1: Introduction to Fire Watch Duties

• Purpose and importance of fire watch personnel
• Legal requirements and industry standards (OSHA, NFPA 51B)
• Role of fire watch in overall fire prevention strategy

Module 2: Understanding Fire Hazards

• Common fire hazards in hot work areas
• Combustible materials, ignition sources, and confined spaces
• Environmental and situational risk factors

Module 3: Hot Work Operations Overview

• Definition and examples (welding, cutting, grinding, brazing)
• Hot Work Permit System
• Responsibilities of authorized personnel and permit issuers

Module 4: Fire Watch Duties Before Hot Work

• Area inspection and hazard identification
• Removal or protection of combustible materials
• Verification of permit and safety readiness

Module 5: Fire Watch Duties During Hot Work

• Monitoring sparks, flames, and heat transfer
• Maintaining visibility and proximity to the work area
• Communicating with the hot work operator and supervisor

Module 6: Fire Watch Duties After Hot Work

• Post-work monitoring for hidden or smoldering fires
• Minimum watch duration (typically 30 minutes or as per permit)
• Final area inspection and documentation

Module 7: Firefighting Equipment Readiness

• Types of extinguishers suitable for hot work areas
• Fire hose, sand buckets, and blankets
• Equipment inspection and placement requirements

Module 8: Emergency Response and Alarm Procedures

• When and how to raise an alarm
• Evacuation assistance and fire reporting process
• Coordination with emergency responders

Module 9: Communication and Reporting

• Clear communication protocols with work crew and supervisors
• Incident reporting and permit documentation
• Maintaining logs and records for compliance

Module 10: Fire Prevention Best Practices

• Importance of housekeeping and area cleanliness
• Spark containment and shielding methods
• Preventing oxygen enrichment and fuel accumulation

Module 11: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Fire Watch

• Required PPE: helmet, gloves, goggles, flame-resistant clothing
• Ensuring proper fit and condition of PPE
• PPE limitations and maintenance

Module 12: Continuous Improvement and Safety Culture

• Learning from incidents and near misses
• Participating in refresher training and safety meetings
• Promoting a proactive fire safety mindset