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A large project has many trades doing hot work in different areas.

What can help manage the risk?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. A permit to work system
  2. B. Letting each trade decide for itself
  3. C. Doing all hot work at the weekend
  4. D. Banning extinguishers, to keep exits clear
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A

  • A. Right: Right. HSE says a permit to work system can help manage the hot work risk on larger projects.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. Hot work needs to be controlled across the project.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. The timing doesn't control the risk.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Extinguishers are needed.

Explanation

On larger projects, a permit to work system helps control hot work.

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