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Adapt IT announces the appointment of Henry Fourie as Senior Research & Development Manager
Adapt IT Heavy Industries is pleased to announce the appointment of Henry Fourie as Senior Research & Development Manager, effective 1 April 2026. Henry brings more than two decades of experience in software development, enterprise architecture and technology leadership, with
Planning Your Journey to Digital Safety
Evaluate how your current permit system affects site safety and operational efficiency. This scorecard assesses technology, process maturity, culture, and compliance to provide a clear roadmap for digitisation. Receive a data-driven report to inform your strategic improvements.
Hot Work Permit Procedure: A Practical Guide for Safety and Maintenance Managers
Hot work permits are more than checklists. This guide explains when a hot work permit is required, the controls that should shape the process, and how Safety and Maintenance Managers can issue permits more consistently across employees and contractors. It
How to handle permit to work transfers with shift handover procedure
Shift handover is a a critical process that relies on effective communication in order to reduce the risk of safety incidents. The permit to work system must be coordinated with the shift handover procedures to ensure that jobs continue to
Isolation Management And Permits To Work
In this overview, we will take a look at some of the principles around managing isolations during maintenance. Isolations are a critical precaution when working on energised plant and equipment.
Enhancing Safety Compliance in Heavy Industries with an Electronic Permit to Work System
In heavy industries like mining, oil & gas, and manufacturing, maintaining high standards of safety compliance is a non-negotiable priority. Safety compliance operates on several critical levels: compliance with national laws and regulations, adherence to industry standards, and enforcing internal
Understanding the Hierarchy of Control: A Practical Guide for High-Risk Work
Learn how the hierarchy of control helps manage workplace hazards by prioritising risk reduction strategies for a safer work environment.
Lockout Tagout (LOTO) & Permit to Work: A Unified Approach to Energy Isolation
Discover how integrating Lockout Tagout (LOTO) with Permit to Work (PTW) enhances workplace safety, ensures compliance, and reduces operational risks.
What Happens If You Ignore the Australia WHS Act? Risks & Penalties
The Australia WHS Act: Implications of Non-Compliance Workplace safety is critical for high-risk industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, mining, manufacturing, and construction. In Australia, the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS Act) establishes the legal framework for