| S.No. | Checkpoint | IS Requirement | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. WORKER COMPETENCY AND PPE | |||
| A1 | Welder/cutter holds valid competency certificate (IBR/SMAW/GTAW as applicable) Acceptance: Certificate on file and valid; type of process matches; photo-ID verified | Cl. 5 — Competency | OK NC NA HOLD |
| A2 | Welding PPE: welding shield, flame-retardant apron, leather gauntlets, safety boots, helmet Acceptance: Full FR clothing; shield DIN 10-14; no synthetic fabric; PPE inspected and serviceable | Cl. 8 — PPE for hot work | OK NC NA HOLD |
| A3 | Fire watcher assigned, distinct from welder, trained in extinguisher use Acceptance: Dedicated fire watcher present; no other duties; trained on DCP/CO2 extinguisher | NBC 2016 Part 4 — Fire watch | OK NC NA HOLD |
| B. FIRE PREVENTION IN WORK AREA | |||
| B1 | Combustible materials removed or protected within 11 m (35 ft) radius of hot work Acceptance: All paper/wood/plastic/fuel removed or shielded; floor swept clean; no oil/grease | NBC 2016 Part 4 — Combustible clearance | OK NC NA HOLD |
| B2 | Floor and wall openings (within 11 m) covered with fire-resistant blankets to contain sparks Acceptance: FR blankets in place; gaps sealed; openings below work area protected | NBC 2016 Part 4 — Spark containment | OK NC NA HOLD |
| B3 | Flammable liquids, gases, and dust atmospheres verified absent (gas test where applicable) Acceptance: LEL <10% at start; periodic retest; MSDS reviewed for nearby materials | Cl. 7 — Flammable atmosphere | OK NC NA HOLD |
| B4 | Fire-resistant welding screens/curtains erected to contain arc flash and sparks Acceptance: Screens rated for welding use; no gaps; other workers protected from flash | Cl. 8 — Arc flash screening | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C. FIRE FIGHTING ARRANGEMENTS | |||
| C1 | Minimum 2 portable fire extinguishers (DCP or CO2, 9 kg) at work area, charged and inspected Acceptance: Pressure gauge in green; pin/seal intact; inspection tag <1 year; within 5 m of work | NBC 2016 Part 4 — Extinguisher provision | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C2 | Fire hose/hydrant point identified and charged; water bucket/sand available as backup Acceptance: Hydrant within 30 m; pressure verified; 2 sand buckets near work area | NBC 2016 Part 4 — Water provision | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C3 | Fire alarm/communication means available; workers know how to raise alarm Acceptance: MCP or whistle/horn within reach; muster point briefed; supervisor contactable | NBC 2016 Part 4 — Alarm system | OK NC NA HOLD |