Run Cutting Operations Hot Work Audit — Free

Job Authorization and Hot Work Planning

Hot work permit is approved and current for this task/location critical (required)

Permit is posted or available at the worksite and matches the exact location, date, and scope of oxy-fuel cutting.

Yes No N/A

Work area hazard assessment completed before cutting critical (required)

Assessment addresses combustibles, ignition sources, ventilation, nearby openings, and adjacent operations.

Yes No N/A

Competent person or authorized supervisor identified for the hot work critical (required)

A responsible person is assigned to verify controls, stop work if conditions change, and coordinate fire watch coverage.

Yes No N/A

Combustible materials removed or protected within the hot work zone critical (required)

Combustibles are cleared, shielded, or covered with fire-resistant protection to prevent ignition from sparks or slag.

Yes No N/A

Ventilation is adequate for cutting fumes and gas accumulation critical (required)

Air movement prevents accumulation of fuel gas, oxygen enrichment, or cutting fumes in the work area.

Yes No N/A

Equipment Condition and Gas Delivery System

Fuel gas and oxygen hoses are free of cuts, burns, abrasions, and kinks critical (required)

Hoses show no visible damage, soft spots, leaks, taped repairs, or excessive wear along the full length.

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Hose connections are secure and properly clamped or fitted critical (required)

Connections at cylinders, regulators, manifolds, and torch handles are tight and appropriate for the system in use.

Yes No N/A

Flashback arrestors are installed at the correct locations and oriented properly critical (required)

Arrestors are present on the fuel and oxygen lines as required by site procedure and manufacturer guidance, with flow direction correct.

Yes No N/A

Regulators, gauges, and torch valves are in serviceable condition critical (required)

No cracked lenses, damaged gauges, leaking fittings, or sticking valves are observed during pre-use inspection.

Yes No N/A

Cylinder caps, securing method, and storage/positioning are acceptable critical (required)

Cylinders are secured upright, protected from impact, and separated from heat and ignition sources as required.

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Torch Setup, Leak Check, and Flame Settings

System leak check completed before ignition critical (required)

All connections were checked for leaks using an approved method before lighting the torch.

Yes No N/A

Torch flame is adjusted to the correct cutting setting critical (required)

Flame is stable and appropriate for the material and cutting operation, with no excessive soot, popping, or backfiring.

Yes No N/A

Torch tip is correct for the material thickness and in good condition

Tip size matches the job and shows no clogging, distortion, or damage that could affect flame stability.

Yes No N/A

Ignition and shutdown sequence follows site procedure critical (required)

Torch is lit, adjusted, and shut down in the correct order without unsafe handling or uncontrolled gas release.

Yes No N/A

Fire Protection and Fire Watch Controls

Suitable fire extinguisher is immediately available at the work location critical (required)

Extinguisher is the correct type, charged, accessible, and within reach of the fire watch or operator.

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Fire watch is assigned and positioned with an unobstructed view of the hot work area critical (required)

Fire watch can observe sparks, slag, and hidden ignition points and is not assigned conflicting duties.

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Fire watch duration meets site requirement after cutting stops critical (required)

Post-work monitoring duration is documented and meets or exceeds the site standard; if no stricter requirement applies, OSHA minimum is at least 30 minutes and NFPA 51B may require longer based on hazard conditions.

Adjacent openings, floors, and concealed spaces are protected from sparks critical (required)

Openings, cracks, ducts, and penetrations are covered or monitored to prevent fire spread to hidden spaces.

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Post-work area inspection completed after hot work ended critical (required)

Area was checked for smoldering materials, hot slag, and delayed ignition sources before release.

Yes No N/A

PPE, Housekeeping, and Closeout

Operator PPE is appropriate for oxy-fuel cutting critical (required)

Eye protection, face protection, gloves, clothing, and footwear are suitable for the task and in good condition.

Yes No N/A

Work area is left free of slag, scrap, and ignition hazards

Cutting debris, hot metal, and waste materials are removed or controlled before the area is released.

Yes No N/A

Deficiencies and corrective actions documented and communicated

Any non-conformance, immediate corrective action, and responsible party are recorded before closeout.

Yes No N/A

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Run: Cutting Operations Hot Work Audit

Job Authorization and Hot Work Planning

Equipment Condition and Gas Delivery System

Torch Setup, Leak Check, and Flame Settings

Fire Protection and Fire Watch Controls

PPE, Housekeeping, and Closeout

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