Which of the following is not a component of a hot work permit?

• A. A debrief after work.
• B. Authorization for open flames.
• C. Fire watch and extinguishing equipment.
• D. Controls to prevent ignition sources.

Answer: (D)

Hot work permits are about authorizing the activity and layering in immediate fire protection measures for that specific job. They set who may approve and perform the work, require a fire watch with extinguishing equipment, and include a debrief after the job to verify that all hazards were addressed and no smoldering remains.

The item that isn’t a distinct permit component is the broad idea of “controls to prevent ignition sources.” While preventing ignition is the overarching goal of hot work safety, the permit itself typically lists concrete, verifiable elements: authorization to perform open-flame work, the presence of a fire watch and ready extinguishing gear, and a post-work debrief. Detailed ignition-prevention controls belong more to the overall safety program or the job’s specific precautions, rather than to a standalone permit item.