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PTW

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a PTW system is a documented procedure ensuring what? Hazard ID before work starts. Risks are assessed and minimises. Safety measures- PPE/Isolation are confirmed
high risk activities requiring PTW Hotwork! Confined space entry! Electrical maintenance!
why PTW for hotwork high risk- sparks/flame/fumes and UV radiation. PTW controls fire watch, flammable material removed, PPE
why PTW for confined space entry toxic gases, low O2 or entrapment, difficult to rescue.PTW controls, gas testing before entry, ventilation and harness, rescue team on standby.
PTW for electrical maintenance why? electric shock or arc flashes can be fatal. unexpected energisation risk. PTW control- LOTO logout/tagout. insulated/rubber tools, authorised electrician only
key component of a PTW system (process) Define roles- issuer- supervisor, authoriser- manager, and workers. requires task analysis and method statement. ensure handover between shifts
Key component of PTW The permit specific authorisation for single task. work scope- what, where, when. Hazard- gas, electricity. Controls- ppe, isolation. Validity period- start/end.
why does PTW matter? mandated under UK law. management of HASWA 1999 requires safe systems. Confined space regulations 1997- demand permit for entry.
safety benefit of PTW reduces human error- missed hazard. improves communication- all parties aware of risk. Enables audit for continue improvement.
best practice for effective PTW Train all staff to understand process. verify controls- physically check PPE/Isolations, never assume. review permits- post task audits to ID gaps.
key components of PTW hazard ID- chemicals/flammables/confined space. Isolation procedures- LOTO, verify isolation, shutdowns. Emergency protocols- muster, medic location, emergency equipment, drills
Name the types of permits
Created by: krav
 

 



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