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You are handing over to the next shift. A job using a permit is only half finished.

What should happen?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Tear up the permit
  2. B. Ask the next shift to start again from scratch, without telling them why
  3. C. Leave it safe, with clear instructions
  4. D. Leave it as it is; the next shift will work it out
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Answer: C

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. The permit and the handover must be managed properly.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. They need clear instructions about the state of the job.
  • C. Right: Right. HSE says if a job can't be finished in one shift, leave it in a safe state and make clear instructions available for the next shift.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Poor handovers are a known cause of accidents.

Explanation

At shift handover, leave work safe and pass on clear information, including about any permits.

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