Why you need a hot works plan
The National Fire Code (Ontario Edition) requires a hot works fire safety plan for any work involving open flames, sparks, or high heat. This includes welding, cutting, roofing, and demolition. A plan helps fire crews respond safely if something goes wrong.
Who needs a plan
Any contractor, builder, or business doing hot work in Wrenford must have an approved plan. You need one for:
- Single or two-family homes under $5,000 in value
- Small job sites across the city
- Site-specific roofing projects
How to submit your plan
We only accept fillable PDF templates. Once you fill out the form, you must upload it to the Service Wrenford portal for review. Do not email your plan directly. Staff will review it and accept it in writing. If your project changes, you must update the plan before work continues.
Download the templates
Use the correct template for your job. All templates are fillable PDFs.
- Hot works – small buildings: For single or two-family homes. One plan per contractor covers all projects in the city.
- Hot works – all job sites: For small job sites under $5,000. One plan per contractor covers all projects in the city.
- Hot surface application – site specific: For roofing projects. One plan is required per building.
What goes in your fire safety binder
Once your plan is approved, you must keep a physical binder on site at all times. The binder must include:
- Vital Building Information (VBI) form: A quick reference sheet for first responders. Fill out every section that applies to your building. Keep five copies in the binder.
- Fire safety plan symbols: Use the official symbols on your base building drawings. Only include the symbols you actually use. List them in a legend.
- Base building drawings: Show fire department access points, stairs, fire connections, and separate areas like offices and warehouses. Keep five copies.
- Fire alarm zone drawings: Required if your building has a zoned fire alarm system. These drawings show which part of the building each alarm zone covers. Keep five copies.
- Maintenance certificates: Include copies of all fire alarm, fire pump, and sprinkler system certificates. Place them in the correct tabbed section.
Label each section with tabs so fire crews can find information quickly.
Contact the fire prevention office
If you need help or have questions about your plan, contact the Fire Prevention office at Fire Station 1 (Headquarters). You can visit the front desk or send an email. For general fire safety questions, see Fire safety plans for buildings.