Hot Work Permit
Prior to any welding, cutting, or hot work activity, a permit must be obtained from the fire department per Section 1.12.8.23 of the Massachusetts State Fire Code. The following documents and forms must be completed and payment provided to the Wayland Fire Department (located at 38 Cochituate Road) for approval prior to any work being performed.
- A copy of trade license, if any
- A $50.00 check payable to Wayland Fire Department
- A copy of hot work certification
- A Private Detail Request Form *
- Standard Permit Form
* A firefighter watch detail is required if the building is occupied by the public or if the Wayland Fire Department deems it necessary for permitting.
A hot work permit is not required when:
- Those individuals who are licensed under a specialized code (M.G.L Chapter 143 Section 96) such as, but not limited to, plumbers, electricians, etc. are not required to secure a permit from the fire department. For example, a plumber who pulls a permit to do plumbing work is not required to get another permit from the fire department for the hot work that is incidental to their plumbing work.
- Individuals who conduct hot work on their own premises or equipment must consult with the fire department before performing hot work, but they do not need a permit from the fire department.
- Homeowners and hobbyists are exempt from permitting requirements of 527 CMR 1.00 Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code.
For more guidance in determining if a hot work permit and a fire watch detail are necessary, please refer to page 135 (Figure 41.3.4.1.1 Hot Work Permit Decision Tree) and page 138 (Figure 41.3.6.1.3 Fire Watch Detail Decision Tree) of 527 CMR 1.00 Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code.
Please email the Inspection Services Team if you have any questions or need additional information.