Guides:
Sample Permits to Work:
Complies with NFPA 51B - Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work
Issuing Permits - The issue of permits is strictly controlled, permits can only be issued by authorised personnel.
Does the work involve contact with Asbestos? YES / NO
Acceptance by competent person prior to commencement
I understand the work that is to be carried out and the safety precautions that are necessary to complete the work safely as outlined in the appropriate method statement and risk assessments. If conditions are such that the method statement and risk assessments become invalid it is my responsibility to stop work immediately and notify the person who authorised this permit to work. The disposal of any residues of the hazardous materials used will be in accordance with the Environmental Protection Act.
Continuation of Work
I hereby authorise the work specified above to continue until the time stated below and that I have checked the safety arrangements and confirm that they remain adequate.I have checked the safety arrangements and am satisfied and agree to accept responsibility to complete the specified work by the revised time.
Permit Cancellation
This permit is cancelled. The work is / is not complete. Safety precautions have / have not been removed.
Completion of Work
Final check by Contractor / Employee
I declare that the work described above is complete all work equipment, persons and materials under my control have been withdrawn. All safeguards have been reinstated and the work area returned to a safe status and service.
Completion of Permit - Permit Controller
I declare that the permit is now closed and I have received copies of the permit back from the Competent Person. The area has been inspected and is free from risk and all fire protection systems have been reinstated to their normal operating status.
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Note: If asbestos is involved do not proceed contact the Company Health and Safety Department or equivalent
Hazard Classification
Have activities involving materials / hazards been risk assessed? YES / NO
Has a Method Statement been created for the whole activity? YES / NO
Have all relevant people been informed? YES / NO
If the hazard presents a risk to the Environment then an Environmental Permit is also needed.
Where isolations are required the a Plant Isolations Permit is also needed
The disposal of any residues and hazardous materials must be in
accordance with the Environmental Protection Act


