Fire Watch Training Course
Comprehensive Fire Watch Training Course aligned with NFPA 51B, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.252, and AWS F4.1 standards.
Course Title
Fire Watch
Course Duration
1 Day
Competency Assessment Criteria
Practical Assessment and Knowledge Assessment
Training Delivery Method
Classroom (Instructor-Led)
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
Training Services Design Methodology
ADDIE Training Design Methodology
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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.
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
Group Exercises
Fire watch procedures including (monitoring protocols, hazard assessment, and response planning)
Emergency response plans including (suppression procedures, evacuation protocols, and communication methods)
Inspection documentation including (pre-work checklists, monitoring logs, and post-work reports)
Safety procedures including (hazard mitigation, prevention strategies, and regulatory compliance)
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)
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)
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)
Gained Core Technical Skills
Fundamental fire watch monitoring and hot work surveillance capability
Effective fire hazard assessment and prevention strategy implementation
Professional fire extinguisher operation and emergency response skills
Comprehensive area inspection and post-work monitoring expertise
Hazard recognition and continuous surveillance proficiency
Emergency communication and coordination capability
Documentation and reporting procedure implementation
Training Design Methodology
ADDIE Training Design Methodology
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
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
Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, is subject to change and also can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.
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)
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, including specific topics, modules, and duration, is subject to change and also can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.
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)
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.
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
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)
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