Permit to Work System for Supervisors and Managers

Course Title:

Permit to Work System for Supervisors and Managers

Target Audience:

Supervisors, line managers, safety officers, project managers, engineers, and permit issuers/receivers in high-risk industries.

Duration:

2 Days (Online, Modular with LMS assessments & case studies)

 Course Objectives

By the end of this 2-day course, participants will be able to:

1. Explain the purpose and importance of a Permit to Work (PTW) system in high-risk work environments.
2. Interpret and apply RSA OHS legal requirements and industry standards relevant to PTW systems.
3. Identify different types of permits and match them to associated hazardous tasks.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of permit workflow processes – from initiation to closure.
5. Clarify the roles, responsibilities, and competencies of supervisors, permit issuers, and workers.
6. Apply risk identification and control measures within the PTW framework.
7. Manage permit-related documentation, communication, and recordkeeping effectively.
8. Supervise the safe execution of work under permit conditions, including during suspensions and emergencies.
9. Critically evaluate PTW failures and implement corrective measures through lessons learned.
10. Demonstrate compliance and leadership in enforcing PTW systems in line with SAQA Unit Standard 120359.