Does mowing grass in an explosion-proof area constitute a Class 1 hot work activity?
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Our company stipulates that performing welding or other fire-related activities in explosion-proof areas (including the use of open flames and tools that can generate sparks) is classified as a level 1 fire hazard； Requirements for Level 1 hot work (the work area must be enclosed, and forced ventilation must be used) ； Now the question is: When mowing grass in this area, a gasoline-powered mower is used, and there is a risk of sparks being generated when the mower comes into contact with the stones on the ground ； If it falls under category 1 hot work according to company regulations, it is not practical to enclose the mowing area and ensure adequate ventilation ； Failing to take protective measures violates company regulations ； When this happens, what do you all think should be done? ；
The reality is that there is no other option; manual mowing is the only way.
Is the area large? If that doesn’t work, cover it with cement. ;P
It must be a level 1 hot work operation; other solutions can be found – safety should come first
By standard criteria, this question is reasonable; it’s quite difficult to handle, and manual cleaning is the only option.
I’ve encountered that too; afterwards, we stopped mowing that patch of grass. . When there is a time for parking for maintenance or some appropriate moment, it was discussed and approved by the Safety Committee. Cut again
The requirements for forced ventilation in cases of welding are flexible; lawns are already located in open areas, so is it really necessary? The safety measures specified in the hot work permit should be adjusted as appropriate for different types of hot work. Additionally, I’d like to tell you that there are lawn mowers that use wire ropes instead of blades, and these can be used as well
A fire permit is required. During the mowing process with a construction lawn mower, continuous detection of flammable gases in the surrounding area is carried out.
When greening the lawn and using herbicides, it kills all the grass on the lawn: lol
Here, using a lawnmower means installing one’s own wire with blades to cut the grass~~~~~~;P