Work Permits
Work Permits
The work permit system authorizes specific construction, maintenance, inspection, or repair to be conducted on port property. The system is intended to be applied to those jobs which represent a potential hazard to operations, facilities, personnel, or equipment.
Work permit forms must be issued, as appropriate for specific work on a specific site. These work permit forms are for all types of work on port property. Work permits must be issued for any of the work or combination of the work identified below.
Cold Work
Cold work is work that will not produce sufficient energy to ignite flammable atmospheres/materials. Use Cold Work Form linked below.
Hot Work
Hot work is any work that develops sparks, flames, or heat sufficient to cause ignition. This work permit will apply to the use of spark or flame producing tools and equipment. Use Hot Work Form linked below.
Vessel Hot Work
All portable cutting, welding and other hot work for maintenance, construction, or modifications shall be administered safely. The Galveston Wharves will issue permits only to those who provide adequate insurance as described in Port Tariff Addendum B: Insurance Requirements. All documentation and payment must be filed with the Port Police Department (409) 766-6172 prior to permits being issued. The charge for issuing a welding/hot work permit is $35.