Certificate in Permit to Work

Permit-to-work (PTW) refers to management systems that ensure safe and
efficient work. PTW systems are required to control maintenance activities
in high-risk areas and prevent amajor accidents. Permit to work is a
systematic process designed to identify, communicate, mitigate and
manage risk in hazardous areas, nonstandard situations, and potentially
hazardous conditions, such as shutdowns, to prevent accidents.

Course Module

  • Introduction to Permit to work system 
  • Key Terms and Definitions 
  • Guidelines for Permit to work system
  • Permit to work procedure 
  • Permit closure process 
  • Permit renewal process 
  • High risk activities and permit system 
  • Roles and responsibilities in PTW 
  • Types of work permits 
  • Barricading and signage requirements

Assessment method

Multiple-choice examination 

Guided learning hours (GLH)

12 HOURS

Qualification number

7001/2003/78

PASSING GRADE

50% PASS, 60 % MERIT, 80% DISTINCTION