General Work Permit
This work permit is essential for managing safety and operational risks during general maintenance, installations, repairs, or other industrial tasks. It provides a structured approach for evaluating hazards, specifying control measures, and ensuring that all involved personnel understand their responsibilities and safety obligations before commencing work.
dalesman
05/22/2025
General Work Permit
The General Work Permit (GWP) is a standardized safety procedure used to authorize and monitor general job activities across industrial and manufacturing environments. This permit ensures that all necessary precautions are identified and implemented before work begins, particularly when there are potential hazards. It serves as both a planning and accountability tool to document job specifics, risk assessments, required controls, and worker acknowledgments.
Job description
Work Order Number
Date and Time Issued
Duration of Work
Location/Area
Detailed Description of Work
Reason for Work
Hazard Assessment & Control Measures
Potential Hazards Identified (Check all that apply and add specifics)
Specify other
Required Control Measures / PPE (Check all that apply and add specifics)
Specify other
Permit Issuer/Supervisor
Name
Signature
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Date
Worker(s) Acknowledgement
Name
Signature
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Date
Worker 2
Name
Signature
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Date
Work Completion
Has the lotto been removed
Permit closed by Issuer
Name
Signature
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Date
Source: dalesman (Community Member)