Permit to Work Course Online — CPD Accredited | Nexis CPD
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Permit to Work

When permits are needed, who does what, and how to work safely through the full permit lifecycle — issue, execute, close.

CPD accredited 20 questions · 10-page handbook Recommended renewal: 3 years Accredited by Assured CPD

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OVERVIEW

About this course.

A permit to work is one of the most important controls used to keep people safe during high-risk, non-routine work. It is a formal, documented procedure — a safe system of work in writing — that makes sure the hazards of a particular job have been identified, that the right precautions are in place, and that the people doing the work are authorised before they start and that the area i.

You will cover the common permit types — hot work, confined space entry, work at height, electrical, excavation and isolation — the key roles of issuer, receiver and authoriser, what a permit must specify, the full lifecycle from planning to close-out, and the golden rule: never deviate from the permit without going back and re-issuing it.

The details
  • Price£9
  • FormatOnline · self-paced
  • Assessment20 questions · 80% to pass
  • CertificateInstant · 3-yr renewal
  • Course access12 months
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WHAT'S COVERED

Course syllabus.

When is a permit to work needed?
Common types of permit
The key roles
What a permit document specifies
Working through the lifecycle
Do not deviate from the permit
Links to isolation and lock-out/tag-out (LOTO)
Training and competence
GOOD TO KNOW

Frequently asked questions.

How much does the Permit to Work course cost?

It costs £9.00 — a one-off payment with no subscription. The price includes the online course, the assessment, and your certificate.

Is Permit to Work CPD accredited?

Yes. It is independently accredited by Assured CPD. Your certificate carries a unique ID and QR code that an employer or inspector can verify online at nexiscpd.co.uk/verify.

How is the course assessed and when do I get my certificate?

You study online at your own pace, then take a multiple-choice assessment with an 80% pass mark. As soon as you pass, your Assured CPD certificate is emailed to you and available to download instantly.

Does the Permit to Work certificate expire?

This certificate has no legal expiry; in line with UK best practice the certificate shows a recommended renewal date, typically every 3 years for this course.

Can I take this course online, and how long do I have access?

Yes — the course is 100% online and works on any device. You get 12 months of access to the course materials from the date of purchase.

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