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outlined on the permit. After the Hot Work is completed, the contractor turns the permit
over to their FIU Construction Project Manager and Facilities Management returns their
expired permit to the Department of Environmental Health & Safety.
When is a Hot Work Permit Necessary?
Hot Work Permits are needed for all cutting, welding, soldering and brazing activities, in
occupied buildings, that are conducted with portable gas or arc equipment on Florida
International University construction, maintenance, repair or renovation projects.
Where is a Hot Work Permit Necessary?
Hot Work Permits are needed for each building where Hot Work will be performed
(utility tunnels are considered to be separate buildings). For example, if one contractor
is performing work at several different buildings for one project, a permit is necessary
for each building.
Who Needs Hot Work Permits?
Hot Work Permits are needed for each and every contractor or sub-contractor/trades or
University building maintenance employee performing Hot Work in an occupied building.
For example, if there are three different sub-contractors/trades performing Hot Work on
one project, each sub-contractor/trade is responsible for obtaining a permit for their own
work.
Who Issues The Hot Work Permit?
The FIU Fire Prevention Officer (FPO), at the Department of Environmental Health &
Safety & Risk Management Services issues Hot Work Permits:
1. Contractors must coordinate appointments through their construction project
managers.
2. University building maintenance employees may schedule appointments at
any time they need to consult with the FPO. (One month special permits
may also be issued in the first week of each month, at the discretion of the
FPO.)
How Long Is A Hot Work Permit Valid?
The duration of a Hot Work Permit depends upon the type of project (new or existing
construction) and the type of the Hot Work to be performed. The FPO will use the
following guidelines to determine the time limit for each permit issued.
NOTE – These are guidelines only:
• FIU Building Maintenance departments will be issued permits on 28-day
intervals.
• Contractors involved in renovation and/remodeling of existing occupied buildings,
titled to the University, will be issued permits valid for 7-days only.
Should The Hot Work Permit Be Posted?
Hot Work Permits do not need to be posted at the job site but should be accessible and
available upon request by the FPO or any authorized representative of the University.