Permit to Work Issuer

Learn the ins and outs of Work Permits, so your workplace can control non-routine and hazardous work activities through a permit-to-work system

This course covers the key requirements of the role of Permit Issuer. It’s an essential course for anyone who issues safe work permits in the workplace, and for those intending to set up a permit system.

The permit to work system is an effective means to manage safety in a range of situations.

But permit systems only function effectively when people are well-trained on how to use them. Some industrial accidents have been caused in part by the breakdown of a permit system. People need to know about planning, applying for and working to the conditions of a work permit.

Participants will finish the course being able to:

• Explain work permit procedures and requirements.
• Understand the responsibilities of individuals within the work permit system, specifically the Permit Issuer.
• Ensure the need for a work permit is properly identified and the worksite is prepared accordingly. This includes the necessary documents and templates, organisational requirements and planning.
• Issue a work permit.
• Monitor and close the work permit.
• Audit work permits.

Throughout the training we can refer to your specific company permit systems and documentation (please discuss this with us prior to the training).

The Permit to Work Issuer course requires off-course work to complete the assessment.

This course covers NZQA Unit Standard(s):

17590:   Issue workplace specific permits.

Maximum 12

Learner Detail Confirmation: 

All learners are required to have their identity verified prior to attending training.

If a learner is new to Industry Training Works, or their details cannot be confirmed within our database, we may request a copy of valid identification to complete enrolment.

Course Criteria:

Participants must meet minimum English language requirements (e.g. NCEA Level 1 or equivalent / IELTS 5.5) If this requirement is not met, a reader/writer must be provided (not another course participant).

We have processes in place to support all participants throughout their training, helping them achieve certification where applicable.

There is also a free online learning platform, Pathways Awarua, which helps build reading, writing, and maths skills, along with practical work and life skills. This includes support for learning to drive (Road Code), heavy vehicle and forklift licences, health and safety, and understanding personal finance (My Money).

Find out more about Pathways Awarua here.