Introduction

A permit-to-work system is a formal written system used to control certain types of work that are potentially hazardous. A permit-to-work is a document which specifies the work to be done and the precautions to be taken. Permits-to-work form an essential part of safe systems of work for many maintenance activities. They allow work to start only after safe procedures have been defined and they provide a clear record that all foreseeable hazards have been considered.

A permit is needed when maintenance work can only be carried out if normal safeguards are dropped or when new hazards are introduced by the work. Examples are, entry into vessels, hot work and pipeline breaking.

An HSE survey showed that a third of all accidents in the chemical industry were maintenance-related, the largest single cause being a lack of, or deficiency in, permit-to-work systems.

Course Objective

Upon completion of the course participants will be able to:

• To learn the basics of Permit to Work (PTW), which is a proven process for a safe working environment.
• To familiarize with various types of PTW and it's application requirement.
• To learn step-by-step overview of the process, and define people’s role in making it effective.
• To learn how to develop and manage a PWT program in your workplace.
• To learn how to enlist participation from line employees, supervisors, and upper management.
• To learn how to perform an auditing to ensure the effectiveness of the PTW system.
  
  

Course Content

• Overview of PTW.
• Types of PTW and relevance to the nature of work being executed.
• Understanding PTW importance relation to safe working environment in the organisation.
• Identify the key requirements for a successful PTW.
• Recognize the hazards inherent in task performance.
• Develop appropriate solutions and hazard controls.
• Example management & PTW auditing system.
  
  

Course Details