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Your team is about to work under a permit.

Why do the people doing the job sign it?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Signing is not needed
  2. B. To show they understand the risks
  3. C. To show they will be paid
  4. D. To take all the blame if something goes wrong
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. Signing shows they understand the risks.
  • B. Right: Right. HSE says the people doing the job sign the permit to show they understand the risks.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. A permit is not a timesheet.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. It is about understanding the risks and precautions.

Explanation

People working under a permit sign it to show they understand the risks and precautions.

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