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The Hot Work Permit is required for any temporary operation involving open flames or producing heat and/or sparks.
This includes, but is not limited to: brazing, cutting, grinding, soldering, torch-applied roofing and welding.

Guidelines for BBQ grills and other outdoor cooking; and also, indoor cooking and food reheating.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the Fire Code of New York State(FCNYS) require facilities to develop procedures to protect both human health and the facility itself from the hazards posed by hot work in the workplace. This program is intended to provide the Cornell University community with the guidance necessary to comply with these regulations.

The Hot Work Toolbox Talk reviews the program scope, and general hot work safety rules.

Guidelines for indoor fireplaces in campus building and using a fireplace.

Information on infectious disease preparedness, including coronavirus.

Knox Box web page shows information about ordering.

To Safeguard the Cornell Community from the risk of fires and explosions associated with the use of Mobile Vending Operations or Food Trucks and Trailers.

Vacant structure or premises, monthly and semi-annual NYSPMC inspection checklist.

Website for Building Standards and Codes.