Although investigators now say that the most likely cause of the recent devastating fire at Notre Dame was an electrical-short circuit, initial reports suggested it may have been a stray flame, possibly from welding that ignited the wooden structure. This has highlighted the need for businesses to identify and address the challenges of commissioning 'Hot Works'.
About the author![Simon Broome SIIRSM Tech IOSH - Risk Management Specialist](/media/2156/simon-broome-risk-management-articles.jpg)
Simon Broome SIIRSM Tech IOSH has over 25 years' experience around risk management, honed through his industry background and working on operating software and management systems. He is a Specialist Member of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management and a Technical Member of IOSH, and also holds the NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management.
Read risk management articles by Simon
- Business Continuity Planning
- Health & Safety Bulletin - April 2019: HSE Intervention Enforcement Notices on the Increase
- Health & Safety Bulletin - April 2019: Notra Dame Blaze Highlights Risk of "Hot Works"
- Health & Safety Bulletin - May 2019: Recent Spate of Fires Caused by Electrical Faults Suggests Businesses Need to Check Electrical Systems
- Information Update - Health & Safety
- Insurance Update - Claims Defensibility Review Service
- Risk Bulletin - Health & Safety Competent Person
- Risk Alert – Why is it So Important to Have a Business Continuity Plan?