What authorization is required for hot work on a ship?

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Hot work aboard a ship creates ignition risks from sparks and heat, so it must be tightly controlled through a formal authorization process. The approved path is a hot work permit issued by the designated authority on the ship, and it must be paired with a fire watch. The permit ensures a proper hazard assessment and sets safeguards: the work location, time window, and scope are defined; all flammable materials are removed or shielded; ignition sources are isolated or controlled; fire extinguishing equipment is ready; and a trained fire watch is assigned to monitor during the task and for a period after completion.

This is more specific and protective than a general work permit, which may not address hot work hazards in detail. A permit from the ship’s captain isn’t the standard mechanism for hot work authorization, and proceeding without a formal hot work permit would skip essential safety checks.