Permit-to-work systems are necessary for high risk activities and those that may compromise existing safety procedures. As a result, if you work in an industry that often carries out high risk work, it’s crucial that you know what a permit-to-work is and what it should cover.
This course will explain the purpose of permit-to-work systems and what type of high risk activities may require them. It covers what sections a permit should contain, who has the responsibility for preparing them, and the duties of everyone who will need to carry out work covered by a permit. On completion of the course, you will understand how to prepare a permit, or how to follow it if your workplace receives one, so you can ensure everyone carries out high risk work safely.
This course also provides the items which must be included on a permit to work, including:
- The work to be done, the equipment to be used, and the personnel involved.
- Precautions to be taken when performing the task.
- The informing of other workgroups of work being performed in their area and the authorisation for work to continue in addition to the duration of the permit’s validity.
- Method to extend the permit for an additional period.
- Witness mechanism that all work has been completed and the worksite has been restored to a clean, safe condition, and
- Actions to be taken in case of an emergency.
