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Fire Watch Training Course

Comprehensive Fire Watch Training Course aligned with NFPA 51B, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.252, and AWS F4.1 standards.

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Course Title

Fire Watch

Course Duration

1 Day

Training Delivery Method

Classroom (Instructor-Led)

Assessment Criteria

Practical Assessment and Knowledge Assessment

Service Category

Training, Assessment, and Certification Services

Service Coverage

In Tamkene Training Center or On-Site: Covering Saudi Arabia (Dammam - Khobar - Dhahran - Jubail - Riyadh - Jeddah - Tabuk - Madinah - NEOM - Qassim - Makkah - Any City in Saudi Arabia) - MENA Region

Course Average Passing Rate

98%

Post Training Reporting 

Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms

Certificate of Successful Completion

Certification is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system.

Certification Provider

Tamkene Saudi Training Center - Approved by TVTC (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation)

Certificate Validity

2 Years (Extendable with additional training hours)

Instructors Languages

English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi

Interactive Learning Methods

2 Years (Extendable with additional training hours)

Training Services Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Design Methodology

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Course Outline

1. Fire Watch Fundamentals and Regulatory Requirements

  • Fire watch definition including (monitoring duties, surveillance responsibilities, and safety objectives)

  • Regulatory framework including (NFPA 51B compliance, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.252 requirements, and AWS F4.1 guidelines)

  • Fire watch responsibilities including (continuous monitoring, hazard recognition, and emergency response)

  • Common fire hazards including (sparks, slag, hot metal, and ignition sources)


2. Hot Work Operations and Fire Hazards

  • Hot work types including (welding, cutting, grinding, and torch operations)

  • Fire hazard assessment including (combustible materials, ignition risks, and environmental factors)

  • Spark travel including (trajectory patterns, distance considerations, and containment methods)

  • NFPA 51B requirements including (permit procedures, area preparation, and safety measures)


3. Fire Watch Equipment and Tools

  • Fire extinguishers including (Class A, Class B, Class C selection, and NFPA 10 requirements)

  • Monitoring equipment including (temperature sensors, gas detectors, and communication devices)

  • Emergency tools including (fire blankets, sand buckets, and water supplies)

  • Personal protective equipment including (flame-resistant clothing, eye protection, and respiratory protection)


4. Pre-Work Inspection and Area Preparation

  • Area assessment including (combustible removal, fire barrier installation, and ventilation evaluation)

  • OSHA 1910.252(a) requirements including (area preparation, fire prevention, and safety measures)

  • Combustible materials including (removal procedures, protection methods, and safe distances)

  • Fire barriers including (welding screens, fire blankets, and protective shields)


5. Fire Watch Monitoring and Surveillance

  • Continuous monitoring including (visual surveillance, hazard recognition, and position requirements)

  • Spark watching including (trajectory tracking, landing zone monitoring, and immediate response)

  • Temperature monitoring including (surface heating, smoldering detection, and hot spot identification)

  • Communication protocols including (constant contact, alert procedures, and emergency signals)


6. Fire Suppression and Emergency Response

  • Fire extinguisher operation including (PASS technique, agent selection, and application methods)

  • Initial fire attack including (immediate response, suppression tactics, and safety considerations)

  • Emergency procedures including (alarm activation, evacuation coordination, and emergency services notification)

  • Incident documentation including (fire reports, incident details, and follow-up procedures)


7. Post-Work Inspection and Fire Watch

  • NFPA 51B post-work requirements including (inspection duration, monitoring procedures, and documentation)

  • Cool-down monitoring including (temperature checking, smoldering detection, and final clearance)

  • Area inspection including (thorough examination, hot spot detection, and safety verification)

  • Documentation completion including (inspection records, clearance certificates, and report filing)


8. Communication and Coordination Procedures

  • Work coordination including (permit holder communication, crew interaction, and supervisor reporting)

  • Emergency communication including (fire department notification, facility alerts, and evacuation coordination)

  • Documentation procedures including (fire watch logs, inspection reports, and incident documentation)

  • Training requirements including (competency verification, refresher training, and certification maintenance)

Targeted Audience

  • Designated fire watch personnel and monitors

  • Welders and hot work operators

  • Maintenance personnel and technicians

  • Construction workers and contractors

  • Facility maintenance supervisors

  • Safety officers and coordinators

  • Industrial workers requiring fire watch training

  • Emergency response team members

Knowledge Assessment

  • Multiple-choice questions including (fire watch duties, hot work hazards, and emergency procedures)

  • Scenario analysis including (hazard recognition, response decisions, and emergency actions)

  • Equipment identification including (extinguisher types, monitoring tools, and protective equipment)

  • Regulatory compliance including (NFPA standards, OSHA requirements, and AWS guidelines)

Key Learning Objectives

  • Master fundamental fire watch principles and hot work safety procedures

  • Perform effective fire hazard assessment and monitoring techniques

  • Execute proper fire extinguisher operations and emergency response

  • Apply fire prevention strategies and hazard mitigation methods

  • Develop continuous surveillance and monitoring capabilities

  • Implement effective communication and coordination protocols

  • Establish post-work inspection and fire watch procedures

  • Create comprehensive fire watch documentation and reporting

Course Overview

This intensive Fire Watch Training Course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for effective fire watch operations during hot work activities in industrial, construction, and maintenance environments. The course delivers concentrated learning focused on fire watch fundamentals, hot work monitoring, and fire prevention procedures in accordance with NFPA 51B Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Work, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.252 Welding, Cutting, and Brazing standards, and AWS F4.1 Recommended Safe Practices for the Preparation for Welding and Cutting of Containers and Piping.


Participants will gain hands-on experience in fire hazard assessment, hot work monitoring, fire extinguisher operations, and emergency response procedures through interactive exercises and practical fire watch scenarios. This intensive format combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, ensuring participants develop immediately applicable skills for fire watch duties and hot work safety while maintaining focus on fire prevention and emergency response readiness.

Practical Assessment

  • Fire hazard assessment including (area inspection, combustible identification, and risk evaluation)

  • Fire extinguisher operation including (selection procedures, application techniques, and safety protocols)

  • Monitoring procedures including (surveillance techniques, hazard recognition, and communication skills)

  • Emergency response including (suppression actions, evacuation procedures, and documentation)

Why Choose This Course?

  • Essential Fire Watch Training

  • Hands-on Hot Work Safety Experience

  • Regulatory Compliance Focus

  • Expert Fire Prevention Instruction

  • Emergency Response Preparation

Note: This course outline and content can be customized based on specific facility requirements, hot work applications, regulatory focus, and organizational needs. The program can be tailored to different industrial environments, work procedures, and safety requirements while maintaining comprehensive coverage of essential fire watch principles and safety practices.

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