Hot Work Training - Protects Lives, Assets, and Business Continuity
Fires caused by hot work are preventable—but only with the right training.
Every year, thousands of fires linked to hot work result in injuries, fatalities, and significant financial losses. U.S. fire departments respond to over 3,000 structure fires involving hot work annually, with more than 50% occurring in commercial properties. The consequences are lives lost, operations disrupted, and millions in damages.
A Smarter Approach to Hot Work Safety
Sigma7’s Hot Work Training Course equips teams with the critical knowledge and skills needed to reduce risk and comply with industry best practices. Designed for those issuing permits, managing hot work activities, and overseeing safety standards, our course ensures compliance with NFPA 51B and property insurance loss prevention guidelines.
With training available in multiple formats and languages—including e-learning, interactive tabletop exercises, and in-person instruction by accredited experts—you can choose the method that best fits your operational needs.
What You’ll Gain from This Course
✔ Comprehensive Fire Prevention Strategies – Learn how to mitigate fire risks during welding, cutting, and other hot work operations.
✔ Compliance with NFPA 51B & Best Practices – Align with regulatory and insurance requirements to reduce liability.
✔ Flexible Learning Formats – Train your teams with online, simulated, or instructor-led sessions.
✔ Customizable & Multilingual Options – Tailor the course to your industry, workforce, and operational footprint.
Protect Your People. Safeguard Your Business.
Don’t wait for an incident to highlight the need for better training. Equip your team with the expertise to prevent accidents, reduce downtime, and maintain compliance with industry standards.
Find out more or buy your digital training today.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Why is the course important?
Hot work accidents are a common occurrence within commercial buildings. Some hot work events have resulted in complete property losses and even the loss of life.
How much does the course cost?
The standalone Hot Work digital training module is £121. Book now.
However, you can build this out to make a more comprehensive training offering, combining this with simulation exercises or as part of an in-person training session. Get in touch to learn more.
Who is the course suitable for?
Anyone who is issuing hot work permits, managing or conducting hot work activities, and anyone overseeing health and safety standards.
How is the course delivered?
It is delivered through a blended approach combining e-learning videos, immersive video games and leadership table-top exercises. This dynamic format ensures individuals engage in the materials in different ways for maximum impact, enhancing retention rates.
What makes the course unique?
It makes the in-depth human element of the hot work program and breaks it up into easily digestible content. Our unique delivery methods address multiple learner groups throughout the organization, no matter what their role or responsibility is.
What is the content of the course?
Participants will learn how and why to implement proper precautions, how to manage hot work activity safely, how to prevent losses after the work is completed and oversee a smooth return to operations.
Is the course aligned with industry standards?
The course is aligned with NFPA 51B standards and property insurance best practices, ensuring participants are equipped with industry-recognized safety protocols.
It makes the in-depth human element of the hot work program and breaks it up into easily digestible content. Our unique delivery methods address multiple learner groups throughout the organization, no matter what their role or responsibility is.
What is the content of the course?
Participants will learn how and why to implement proper precautions, how to manage hot work activity safely, how to prevent losses after the work is completed and oversee a smooth return to operations.
Is the course aligned with industry standards?
The course is aligned with NFPA 51B standards and property insurance best practices, ensuring participants are equipped with industry-recognized safety protocols.
