Cover wall or ceiling surfaces with a fire resistant and heat insulating material to prevent ignition and accumulation of heat.
•Secure, isolate, and vent pressurized vessels, piping and equipment as needed before beginning hot work.
•Inspect the area following work to ensure that wall surfaces, studs, wires or dirt have not heated up.
•Vacuum away combustible debris from inside ventilation or other service duct openings to prevent ignition. Seal any cracks in ducts. Prevent sparks from entering into the duct work. Cover duct openings with a fire resistant barrier and inspect the ducts after work has concluded.