Permit to Work (PTW) System Quiz

What is a Permit to Work (PTW) system used for?

• To authorize any personnel to perform tasks

• To control activities that are considered high-risk

• To allow unrestricted access to all areas

• To eliminate the need for safety procedures

Who is allowed to perform activities under a PTW system?

• Any employee

• Authorized personnel only

• Visitors

• Contractors without permits

For which of the following activities might a permit to work be required?

• Electrical works

• Painting

• Gardening

• Cooking

Which activity listed below does NOT typically require a permit to work?

• Excavation

• Lifting operations

• Work with asbestos

• Reading

What type of work involves high risk spaces such as laboratories or industrial plants?

• Work in confined spaces

• Work to high risk spaces

• Temporary works

• Work at height

Which of the following is an example of work that might require a permit due to potential hazards?

• Work to roofs

• Writing

• Shopping

• Walking

Who should be allowed to issue permits in a permit to work system?

• Any employee

• Authorized, competent personnel

• External contractors

• Supervisors only

What must be undertaken before high-risk work is carried out?

• A financial assessment

• A risk assessment

• A team meeting

• A safety drill

What should be considered regarding other work in a permit to work system?

• The cost of the work

• The impact on or by the permitted work

• The duration of the work

• The number of workers involved

What should be ensured in a permit to work system?

• Control measures and supervision are in place

• Only one person is responsible

• Work is done quickly

• No documentation is needed