Category: Permit to Work

In mining or manufacturing, the dreaded late-night call reporting an explosion or injury casts a shadow of apprehension over even the most seasoned professional. Plant

The permit-to-work process is designed to ensure the safe execution of all non-routine work. It aids in identifying all job-related hazards, mitigating risks, implementing necessary

Implementing a Permit-to-Work (PTW) system is a critical step towards enhancing safety, compliance, and operational efficiency in any organisation. However, the success of this transition

Both the permit-to-work and the job risk assessment are critical procedures designed to ensure that work takes place safely. Both methods involve hazard identification, risk

The Business Case for Electronic Permit to Work Systems: Beyond Safety When considering the implementation of an electronic permit to work (ePTW) system, many organisations

Picture the scene in a typical maintenance workshop. A small crew must do an emergency repair of a leaking gas feed valve and need to

Simultaneous operations (“SIMOPS”) refers to a situation where two or more potentially conflicting activities are being executed simultaneously and in close proximity to one another.   Safety is affected because the interactions between the jobs are not fully understood.

Discover effective strategies for overcoming resistance to change when implementing electronic permit-to-work systems in industry. Improve safety and efficiency with our insightful guide.

A permit to work is the control document that describes the work that is to be done, the hazards identified, the precautions to be taken and the personal protective equipment that must be used.  The permit also contains details of all the isolations that need to be in place.