Mini Audit - Permit to Work

Were there any actions from the previous audit? If so confirm if actions have been appropriately closed - if not chase with the action owner

Check that the person(s) issuing these permits have been trained (look at permit training records)

Check all sections of the permit form have been completed (no blank sections)

Check that the permit has been authorised by the issuer and accepted by the recipient

Check that reasonable control measures have been specified - and that the permit is cross referenced to other permits/authorisation documents (where applicable).

Check that the permits have been cancelled by both the issuer and the recipient

Check that there is an up to date list of persons authorised to issue permits

Check that the system is audited on a 6 monthly basis by the Engineering Manager (or equivalent)

Is a "Hot work" permit and "Permits to breach" in place and regularly used.

Ensure any 'live' permits have been issued correctly (talk to the recipient if possible)