The LICQual Level 2 Award in Permit to Work is a foundational qualification designed for individuals working in operational, supervisory, and safety-critical roles across industries where safe work execution is essential. The course focuses on the correct implementation, management, and monitoring of Permit to Work (PTW) systems, which are crucial for controlling hazardous work activities and ensuring the safety of personnel, equipment, and the environment.
Permit to Work systems are widely used in industries such as oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, construction, and utilities to manage high-risk tasks including hot work, confined space entry, electrical work, and maintenance operations. This qualification provides learners with the knowledge and skills to understand permit types, responsibilities, risk controls, and emergency procedures, ensuring work is conducted safely and in compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
By completing the LICQual Level 2 Award in Permit to Work, participants gain practical competence to effectively apply PTW systems in day-to-day operations, monitor compliance, and contribute to a safe working environment. The course emphasizes clear communication, hazard identification, and procedural adherence, making it essential for personnel responsible for executing, authorizing, or supervising work requiring formal permits.
Course Overview
The qualification consists of six core units:
- Introduction to Permit to Work Systems
- Types of Permits and Their Applications
- Roles and Responsibilities in the Permit to Work System
- Permit to Work Procedures and Documentation
- Hazard Identification and Risk Control Measures
- Monitoring, Review, and Emergency Procedures
Learning Outcomes for LICQual Level 2 Award in Permit to Work
1. Introduction to Permit to Work Systems
- Understand the purpose and principles of PTW systems.
- Recognize the importance of PTW systems in controlling hazardous work activities.
- Explain the benefits of effective permit management for organizational safety.
2. Types of Permits and Their Applications
- Identify the different types of permits used in high-risk operations.
- Understand how each permit type applies to specific work activities.
- Assess scenarios to determine the appropriate permit for safe work execution.
3. Roles and Responsibilities in the Permit to Work System
- Understand the responsibilities of permit issuers, supervisors, and personnel.
- Demonstrate accountability and communication within the PTW system.
- Recognize the importance of role clarity in preventing accidents and incidents.
4. Permit to Work Procedures and Documentation
- Understand the standard procedures for issuing, authorizing, and closing permits.
- Accurately complete permit documentation in accordance with organizational requirements.
- Ensure compliance with procedural steps to minimize risk and maintain accountability.
5. Hazard Identification and Risk Control Measures
- Identify potential hazards associated with work activities requiring a permit.
- Apply risk assessment techniques to implement appropriate control measures.
- Recognize common workplace hazards and adopt mitigation strategies to ensure safety.
6. Monitoring, Review, and Emergency Procedures
- Monitor the execution of work under permit conditions.
- Review permits to ensure compliance and identify any procedural gaps.
- Understand emergency response procedures related to permit-controlled work activities.
Completing the LICQual Level 2 Award in Permit to Work offers the following benefits:
- Enhanced Safety Awareness: Understand and implement PTW systems to reduce workplace incidents.
- Practical Knowledge: Learn to manage permits, document procedures, and apply risk control measures.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure work activities meet organizational, industry, and legal safety standards.
- Clear Roles and Responsibilities: Gain clarity on duties of permit issuers, supervisors, and operatives.
- Emergency Preparedness: Learn to respond effectively to emergencies arising during permit-controlled work.
- Career Development: Improve competence and employability in operational, supervisory, and safety-critical roles.
- Foundation for Advanced Safety Qualifications: Prepare for higher-level OHS qualifications and certifications.
Graduates of this qualification can progress to higher responsibilities and advanced OHS training, including:
- Supervisor or Team Leader Roles: Managing PTW systems within teams or operational units.
- Health and Safety Officer or Coordinator: Implementing and monitoring workplace safety procedures.
- Specialized Safety Training: Progressing to qualifications such as NEBOSH General or International Certificates.
- Permit to Work System Administrator: Overseeing PTW implementation and compliance within organizations.
- Advanced OHS Qualifications: Progressing to LICQual Level 3 or Level 4 health and safety awards or diplomas.
