Permit to Work: Permit Writers and Issuers
Overview
Cogent Skills Training has developed a premium one-day certification course for permit writers and issuers as a part of our Competence Development Programme. Our industry experts have designed the course in line with HSE guidelines to provide interactive and thought-provoking content that challenges and enhances the competence of permit writers and issuers. This course equips them with the necessary skills and expertise to excel in their roles and to be able to draft and authorise permits under competent supervision.Â
In-house Option
For our In-House model, this course will be contextualised by including the organisation’s permit-to-work, Risk Assessment, and Health and Safety policies to provide delegates with a comprehensive understanding of permit-to-work processes within their industry and the work environment.
Course Duration
1 day
Who is it for?
This course is designed for individuals involved in the permit-to-work process, including Permit Originators, Writers, Issuers, Area Authorities, Performing Authorities, Permit Users, and others who require awareness.Â
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, learners will be capable of drafting Permit to Work certificates across various contexts and Authorising Permits under competent supervision.Â
- An understanding of WHY the Permit to Work system is important and necessary.Â
- An understanding of the Permit to Work Process.Â
- An ability to draft suitable Permits for a range of hazardous activities.
Learning Reinforcement:Â
By working together with our delegate’s line managers, we can enhance their learning experience by enabling them to write and approve permits while being supervised for the processes they have gained adequate knowledge about. It is advisable to establish internal benchmarks within which the candidates will be evaluated for their competency.
Every delegate will be provided with on-the-job competency questionnaire that is monitored by their line managers to assess their performance.
Eligibility
Permit Writers and Permit Issuers must have a comprehensive understanding of the procedures for which they will be issuing permits, the associated hazards, and the suitable controls. They also need to be knowledgeable in risk assessment techniques. Familiarity with the following organisational policies is essential to guarantee compliance and safety:Â Â
- Health and Safety Policy Â
- Permit-to-Work Procedure Â
- Risk Assessment Procedures and Logs
Cost
In-house: £1650 – with one-time contextualisation charge starting at £375
Open Course: £325 per personÂ
Delivery
Face-to-face / VirtualÂ
Assessment
Upon successful completion of the course, candidates will be required to take an online assessment to obtain their certification. The link to access the assessment will be provided four weeks after the course date, and candidates will have a three-week window from the date of issuance to complete the assessment.Â
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