Common use of Hot Surfaces Clause in Contracts

Hot Surfaces. The use of equipment or material within the venues that contain hot areas, such as cooking equipment, must be suitably protected to prevent risk of injury. Where surface or material temperatures cannot be reduced to a harmless level a physical barrier must be provided to prevent persons making contact with the hot surface or material. Where lighting or similar hot equipment is used as part of a display or activity, it must be encased in a protective material that prevents burning if touched or located away from areas that are accessible. Stand designers need to consider hot lighting on walkways and in general as part of their design. Where ‘hot’ equipment or material is in use it is essential that it is kept away from any combustible material to eliminate the hazard of fire.