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Some cases that are exempted from this work permit system are: Works that are carried out by Operations Department as a part of routine operation Mechanical Workshop Instrument Workshop Laboratory Routine inspection and testing of fire equipment Vehicle and HVAC workshop
There are common roles and responsibilities that are observed in every sort of job in a hazardous area. Generally four individuals are associated with every job: Issuing Authority, Area Operator, Accepting Authority and Performer. Their roles and responsibilities can be defined as:
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Issuing Authority:
To prepare the equipment and properly fill out checklist items To clearly identify equipment and location where work is to be performed To identify and indicate any residual hazards To advise on protective measures To carry out gas test whenever required and enter the result with sign, date and time To discuss and explain the job with/to Accepting Authority To carry out electrical isolation whenever required To close the permit when the job is complete or end of permit duration, whichever one is earlier
Area Operator:
To ensure implementation of actions and conditions list To ensure identification of residual hazards To ensure plant handing over to the Acceptor Authority PPE usage by performers Gas test if required Continuous monitoring of job
Acceptor Authority:
To clearly understand the conditions of the equipment and the residual hazards associated with it To ensure that the required protective measures are in place To describe the job and the associated hazards and risks to the performer To ensure that safe procedure of execution is being followed
Performer:
Site inspection Understanding of job hazards Awareness of residual hazards Follow instructions Use of PPEs Know emergency procedures Know chemical hazards/MSDS Housekeeping
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References:
Parco HSE Manual
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