PTW

Module 1: Introduction
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Module One: Introduction

Introduction and overview of

Dukhan Permit to Work System
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What is the Permit to Work System?

WHAT?
• The Permit to Work System is a formal written procedure,

• Part of Qatar Petroleum Health, Safety and Environment

Management System.

• Co-ordinates, controls and records work to ensure a safe

working environment.
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Module 1 Question 1
Is the following statement true of false?

The Permit to Work System is very important procedure that control work to ensure a safe
working environment.

Select the answer that applies.

 True

 False

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Why do we have a Permit to Work System? WHY?

• Helps meet company policy requirements to
ensure safe working practices.

• Helps identify and control workplace

hazards, protect employees, our facilities
and the environment.
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Why do we have Permit to Work System?

The Permit to Work System is supported by

other procedures

• Mechanical Isolation Strategy,

• Isolation, Lock off and tag Procedure,
• Excavation procedure
• Procedure for Handling Permitted Electrical Work
• Confined Space Entry Procedure
• Procedure for Scaffolding Work
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WHEN?
When is the Permit to Work System used?

The Permit to Work System must be followed when

carrying out work that has been identified as
non-routine or potentially hazardous.
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WHY?
When is the PTW used?

The Permit to Work System must be used

for all non-routine or potentially hazardous
work
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Who is involved in the PTW System?

• All personnel working within the

Common Seawater Facility
WHO?
• Training in their System is provided
with this course.
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Where is the Permit to Work System used?

• Everyday within the Common Seawater

Facility

• Permit to Work System is administered

from a specific location such as the Permit
WHERE?
Office or Control Room
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Module 1 Question 2
Please answer the following question

When is the Permit to Work System used?

Select the answer that applies.

 For the routine work only

 For non-hazardous work only

 For all non-routine to potentially hazardous work

 For electrical work only

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Module 1 Question 3
Please answer the following question

Who is involved in the Permit to Work System?

Select the answer that applies.

 Management only

 Permit Authority Only

 All personnel working within the common facility operation

 Supervisors only.

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How is work controlled using the

Permit to Work System?
HOW?
• All work is subject to discussion during
daily planning meetings and controlled
by using Work Permits.

• Work Permits detail important information

about the work such as the person in charge
and they certify the work is approved to
proceed.
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How is work controlled using the

Permit to Work System?

• Sometimes Work Permits are supported

by additional information, this may include
Certificates, Drawings and Manufacturer’s
Information.

• Work Permits and Certificates are prepared

and approved in advance of the work being
carried out.
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Module 1 Question 4
Please answer the following question

When must Work Permits and Certificates be prepared and approved?

Select the answer that applies.

 During the work

 After the work

 In advance of the work

 At any time

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Module 1 Question 5
Please answer the following question

From which specific locations is the permit to work system administered?

Select the answer that applies.

 The Maintenance Department

 The Permit Authority’s Office

 The Worksite

 The Control Room

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Important !

• The issuing of a Work Permit does not, by itself, make a job

safe.

• Safety can only be achieved by those preparing the work

and those carrying
out the work.

• Remember, Work Permits and Certificates do not remove

your individual responsibility.

• If you sign on, or work under, any Work Permit or Certificate,

it means that you are responsible.

• If you are unsure of any of this information or instructions

given to you or are in any doubt about the Permit to Work
System, stop work and ask your Supervisor.
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End of Module One

In summary, you should now know that the Permit to Work

System

• Is used everyday within the Common Seawater Facility,

• Controls and co-ordinates work activities,

• Helps us meet our company requirements and helps us

to ensure a safe working environment.
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Module 1 Question 6
Please answer the following question

Which document is used to control potentially hazardous work?

Select the answer that applies.

 Manufactures’ information

 Work permits

 P & IDs

 Certificates.

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Module 1 Question 7
Please answer the following question

What should you do if you are unsure of any information or instructions given to you at
the worksite, or are in any doubt about the Permit to Work System?
Select the answer that applies.

 Continue to work

 Ask a colleague

 Stop work and ask your Supervisor

 Ask to be retrained in this course

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Module 1 Question 8
Please answer the following question

When do you think a work permit would be required?

Select the answer that applies.

 Once a week

 Twice a week

 Every time work is required to be controlled

 For electrical work only

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Module 1 Question 9

Is the following statement true of false?

By issuing a work permit you can assume the work activity is now safe.
Select the answer that applies.

 True

 False

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Module 1 Question 10
Is the following statement true of false?

Which of the following procedures support the Permit to Work System?

Select the 2 answers that apply.

 Personal Protective Equipment Regulations

 Mechanical Isolation Strategy

Chemical Handing Legislation

 Confined Space Entry Procedure

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Module 1 Question 11
Is the following statement true of false?

If you sign on any Work Permit or Certificate then you are responsible.
Select the answer that applies.

 True

 False

Submit