Permit to Work

The Permit to Work course is a documented management process that includes specific steps for requesting, recording, reviewing, and authorizing tasks to be carried out by designated employees. One of the most important aspects of this system is that it helps to reduce conflicts and ensure that everything is properly recorded. The purpose of the permit-to-work system is to control high-risk activities as part of the safety measures.

Course Code: 539
Category: OSHA & Industrial Safety

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Course overview

The Permit to Work (PTW)  system is a structured approach to safely managing hazardous tasks. This course covers the key aspects of PTW, including its benefits, implementation, and monitoring to ensure workplace safety.

  • Importance in Hazardous Industries: PTW is critical in industries like petroleum and chemicals to manage risks in high-risk environments, ensuring tasks are performed safely.
  • Preventing Human Error: Emphasizes training and communication to reduce incidents caused by human error.
  • Task Risk Assessment & PTW: PTW helps identify hazards, assess risks, and implement safety measures before tasks begin.
  • PTW as a Safety Tool: PTW ensures tasks are carried out safely through collaboration between workers, supervisors, and safety personnel.
  • Competency and Safety: Only authorized personnel should perform high-risk tasks, following proper procedures and safety controls.

This course equips participants with the knowledge to implement PTW effectively, ensuring a safe working environment.

What will I learn?

  • 1. A Permit-to-Work (PTW) system is a crucial safety protocol in hazardous environments
  • 2. One of the most infamous examples of catastrophic failure in a Permit-to-Work system is the Piper Alpha disaster
  • 3. Human error often plays a pivotal role in accidents, including those involving PTW systems.
  • 4. Understanding the PTW system: when to use a PTW
  • 5. When to use a PTW.
  • 6. Authorisation and issue of a PTW.
  • 7. A step by step run through a typical PTW system.
  • 8. The permit issuer – duties and responsibilities.
  • 9. Record keeping.
  • 10. Essential requirements of the GWP procedure.
  • 11. Review and discussion.
Requirements
  • Basic Education/Experience: High school diploma or relevant work experience.
  • Safety Awareness: Understanding of workplace safety and risk management.
  • Course Attendance: Complete the full PTW training course.
  • Competency in Risk Assessment: Demonstrate knowledge of hazard identification and safety controls.
  • Practical Assessment: Pass practical exercises or real-world scenario assessments.
  • Age Requirement: Typically 18 years or older.
  • Health & Fitness: Basic health screening may be required.
  • Previous Certifications (Optional): Prior safety-related certifications may be beneficial.
Curriculum for this course
0 Lessons 08:00:00 Hours
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  • Conducted in accordance with OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) Guidelines
  • Access Period: 6 Months