Purpose
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to issue work permits. It covers an understanding of the permit system and the limitations of each permit, and making decisions regarding the need for and correct use of each permit. This unit includes the issue of any and all permits. Permits are called ‘clearances’ by some organisations.
This unit of competency applies to personnel who are required to issue appropriate permits to work to persons conducting a variety of activities in workplace environments in which hazards exist or specific procedures need to be followed and monitored to protect the safety of personnel and the integrity of plant or process.
This unit of competency applies to an individual working alone or as part of a team or group and working in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator, as appropriate.
Course Overview
This course covers the below aspects:
- Identify need for work permit
- Ensure job site is prepared for authorised work
- Raise and issue work permits
- Monitor work compliance
- Receive end of day report
- Close work permit
Course Delivery Mode
Training U conducts this course face to face at its Maddington facility or at clients workplace on request.
Course Duration
8 hours
Prerequisites and Course Requirements
MSMWHS201 Conduct hazard analysis
Certification
On successful completion of this course the student will receive a Statement of Attainment.