Course Information

This course equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to confidently issue, monitor, and close work permits using the Permit to Work System. Training is aligned with the Permit to Work Manual and prepares you for use of general permit to work systems across various industries.

Through practical, hands-on learning, you will complete three different types of permits and participate in simulated workplace activities to ensure you can successfully apply the permit to work system in real-world scenarios.

What You’ll Learn

You will gain the knowledge and skills to:

• Explain work permit procedures and requirements

• Identify when a work permit is required and prepare the work site accordingly

• Issue work permits in line with workplace procedures and safety requirements

• Monitor, audit, and close out permits effectively

Course Delivery

This course combines theory with hands-on practical exercises to reinforce learning and ensure competence in real workplace conditions. Training is delivered by industry-experienced tutors at Besafe Training’s Wiri or Albany training centres, or can be arranged onsite at your workplace.

 Applies to

This course is ideal for individuals who are responsible for authorising, supervising, or overseeing work that requires a Permit to Work. Suitable participants include:

• Supervisors, team leaders, and site managers who issue or monitor permits for hazardous or controlled work

• Health and Safety Representatives or Coordinators involved in managing workplace risk and compliance

• Maintenance and operations personnel working in environments where permits are required (e.g., confined space, hot work, electrical, or excavation)

• Contractors and project managers working on client sites that operate under a Permit to Work system

Upon successful completion of this course you will:

Achieve NZQA US17590 - Issue work site specific permits

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