WORK PERMIT

 

WORK PERMIT

·        Name some types of work permits?

• Hot work permit, Cold work permit, Confined space permit, Equipment movement permit, Excavation work permit, Electric work permit, Radiography work permit, etc.
•  What is the function of PTW (permit to work)?
• It is the written permission from the operation team for a specific area & for a specific time to perform work & to ensure that hazards are identified & all safety precautions have been taken
• When is hot work permit required?
•  When any work can create sparks or ignition (e.g. welding, cutting, grinding, etc.) to make a fire then hot work permit is required to make sure that all safety control measures have been taken

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RADIOGRAPHY

 

RADIOGRAPHY

• Can other works be done in place of radiography?
• NO
• What are the precautions of the site?
• All areas should be clear from workers, Appropriate Barricading with signboard & flushing lights, and safety person with Survey meter at a safe place
• What is the color of the Radiography sign?
• Yellow & Black (yellow background with Black writing or sign)

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Scaffolding Safety

 

• What is scaffolding?
• A temporary elevated platform with its supporting components called scaffolding
• How much  number of personnel can climb a scaffold ladder at a time?
• Only one person can climb a scaffold ladder at a time
• What should be the minimum height of a guardrail?
• The 42-inch height required for the guardrail
• What is the importance of the Board?
• The board protects the object & tools falling that are kept on the platform
• Can a person carry any tools or materials whilst climbing the ladder?
• NO

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LIFTING EQUIPMENT

 

• Why do we need a test certificate for lifting equipment & who will issue the certificate?
• To make sure that all lifting equipment is correct & safe for use & a 3^rd party will issue the certificate.
• What are the safety precautions during lifting?
• Work permit, Area should be barricaded with a sign, only certified rigger & signalman can perform the job, calibration & certification of crane devices, all lifting equipment or gear should be checked before use

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WORKING AT HEIGHT

 

• At which, height safety harness should be wearing?
• Above 6 feet height safety harness is required
• What PPE should be worn?
• Safety Harness approved safety Helmet, shoes, goggles
• What are the main hazards?
• Falling, Personal Injury to fatality

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