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Permit To Work

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Permit To Work

Permit To Work course is designed for individuals responsible for issuing and coordinating work permits, sometimes referred to as clearances in certain organisations. This course can be customized to include your organisation’s specific permit system, risk assessments, and equipment. It covers various types of permits, including:

  • Excavation
  • Heights
  • Hot Work
  • Confined Spaces
  • High Voltage (HV)
  • Cranes and Rigging

The course also addresses requirements such as atmospheric testing, ventilation, isolation, barriers, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), signs, communication, and incident response. Key elements of the work permit system covered include:

  • Types of permits and relevant legislation
  • Roles and responsibilities
  • Required equipment
  • Job Safety and Environmental Analysis (JSEA)
  • Risk assessment procedures

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Access and apply site safety procedures
  • Implement personal and operational safety measures
  • Identify and report safety incidents
  • Understand and issue work permits, monitor compliance, and close permits
  • Prepare work sites and handle end-of-day reports

Career and Vocational Outcomes

Upon successful completion of Permit to Work, participants may consider roles such as:

  • Permit Issuer

This course is suitable for those working in:

  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • General trades
  • Mining, Oil, and Gas industries

Course Entry Requirements for Permit To Work

To enroll, participants must:

  • Wear safety boots or enclosed footwear
  • Wear suitable attire
  • Bring a pen or pencil for note-taking

Course Duration and Delivery

  • Duration: 1 day (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM)
  • Location: Courses are open to the public and conducted upon request, either at our Academy or on-site at your location.
  • Learners will engage in both theory and practical activities.
  • Amenities: Morning tea, afternoon tea, coffee, and lunch are provided when delivered at Thurgoona Training Academy (TTA).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Pathways

RPL is not available for Permit To Work. This competency forms part of the MSA Training Package. For more details, visit mskills.com.au.

LEARNER SUPPOT

If you require special assistance, including language literacy, and numeracy please notify us and support services can be arranged. Students that require any special dietary requirements should contact the Academy prior to commencement of course so alternative arrangements can be made. A Student Handbook is available from this website and our office which provides students with training guidelines.  All students have the right to lodge an appeal or complaint in regard to the outcome of this unit. For further information please request a copy of our appeals & complaints procedure via administration. For further information visit our website at: www.thurgoonatraining.com.au