Supervisors (or person/s in charge of the work) should ensure that:
• They have received training in the work permit system as applied in that particular location.
• The people working for them have received adequate instruction in the system.
• They discuss the job fully with the person issuing the permit.
• The permit is posted at the work site.
• The work party is briefed on the details of the permit, including any potential hazards, ad on all the precautions taken or to be taken.
• The precautions are maintained throughout the work activity.
• The worker understands that if circumstances change work must be stopped and advice sought.
• The work group stays within the limitations set on the permit (physical boundaries, type of work and validity time).
• On completion or suspension of the work, the site is left in a safe condition and the permit issuer is informed.