Why we need to implement permit to work system?

Whenever I had been given a chance to conduct a Tool Box Talk, Permit to work is always be my core subject. Part of my duty; is to present the management the incident or accident statistic based on the data analysis on monthly basis. The frequency and severity of the incident can provide the management a tool to do measurement and finally come out with preventives measures required to avoid recurrence. Understanding from the supervisors on the importance of implementing the permit to work system is very significant. Just by implementing the permit; consequently the hazard can be minimized resulting safe to work environment for the workers.  

As the long as the permit to work being complied as required incident/ accident rate will reduce or if the incident/accident do happen the severity rate will be much lower. To educate workers is not a one night job; persistence and positive attitude is highly essential. So to all safety practitioners out there, don’t give up or give in…. but give it your all towards safe to work environment.

In my next article, i‘ll share with you type of Permit to Work….

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