According to ISO 45001:2018 and Indian standards (IS 17893:2023), Work Permit Issuers must be authorized, competent personnel (area in-charge/engineer) responsible for hazard assessment and safety controls. Permit Receivers (contractor supervisors/workers) must understand the hazards, accept the permit, and comply with safety measures. Both must be trained, authorized in writing, and sign the permit.
Work Permit Issuer Criteria
The Issuer ensures all safety protocols are implemented before work begins.
Competence: Must be authorized personnel, usually the Area In-charge, Maintenance Manager, or Supervisor.
Training: Formally trained and authorized to initiate or issue a Permit to Work (PTW).
Responsibility: Conducts risk assessment (HIRA), verifies isolation, and ensures safe work conditions.
Documentation: Signs the work permit before commencement of the job.
Work Permit Receiver Criteria
The Receiver accepts responsibility for performing the work safely, adhering to all PTW conditions.
Competence: A competent person, typically a supervisor or a contractor authorized to perform the task.
Training: Must have adequate knowledge of the job-specific hazards and control measures.
Responsibility: Communicates requirements to the work team and ensures compliance.
Sign-off: Must sign the final printed work permit.
Key Requirements (ISO 45001 & Indian Context)
ISO 45001:2018: Emphasizes top management commitment, worker participation in risk assessment, and operational control for hazardous work.
IS 17893:2023: Specifically addresses the PTW system in India, providing a structured approach for controlling hazardous activities.
Compliance: Involves adhering to the Factories Act 1948 and BIS Standards to reduce incidents and comply with legal requirements.
Key Differences
Issuer: Authorizes the start (Active role in safety planning).
Receiver: Executes the task (Active role in on-site adherence).
No comments:
Post a Comment